Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A 14000 XGX vs Daiwa GS LTD 3000X

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Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A, 14000 XG, left and right hand, Saltwater fishing reel, Front Drag, SRG14000SWAXG
Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A
Seafishing
58.80 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classGood
Durability8.78 out of 10
Ergonomics3.4 out of 10
Gear ratio6.2:1
Maximum drag15kg / 33.07lbs
Weight710g / 25.04oz
Line retireve per crank134 centimeter / 52.76 inch
Ball bearings6

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelSeafishing
  • Price range~ €234.33
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size14000 XG
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.47/240
Daiwa GS LTD, 3000, left and right hand, Spinning fishing reel, front drag, 10501-305
Daiwa GS LTD
Spinning
27.40 out of 100
Value for money3 out of 5
Quality classMedium
Durability3.66 out of 10
Ergonomics4 out of 10
Gear ratio4.7:1
Maximum drag0lbs
Weight305g / 10.76oz
Line retireve per crank79 centimeter / 31.1 inch
Ball bearings4

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDAIWA
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €83.33
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size3000
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.28/220

Conclusion

Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A 14000 XGX clearly outshines Daiwa GS LTD 3000X, offering significantly better performance in maximum drag (15kg / 33,07lbs) and durability (8.78 out of 10). While Daiwa GS LTD 3000X may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A 14000 XGX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A and Daiwa GS LTD?

Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A 14000 XGX

  • Scoring 8 out of 10 (15kg / 33,07lbs), the reel delivers reliable, smooth resistance when targeting strong fighters like snapper or pollock
  • Built tough for the salt, ideal for seafishing.

Daiwa GS LTD 3000X

  • 6.29 out of 10 (79 centimeter / 31.1 inch) in line retrieve, means the reel delivers a steady and reliable retrieve which is ideal for most everyday techniques