Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A 5000 XGX vs Daiwa 23 FUEGO LT 3000-CX

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Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A, 5000 XG, left and right hand, Saltwater fishing reel, Front Drag, SRG5000SWAXG
Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A
Seafishing
61.50 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classGood
Durability8.68 out of 10
Ergonomics5.76 out of 10
Gear ratio6.2:1
Maximum drag10kg / 22.05lbs
Weight450g / 15.87oz
Line retireve per crank105 centimeter / 41.34 inch
Ball bearings6

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelSeafishing
  • Price range~ €205.33
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size5000 XG
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.37/150
Daiwa 23 FUEGO LT, 3000-C, left and right hand, Spinning Fishing Reel, Front Drag, 10333-300
Daiwa 23 FUEGO LT
Spinning
78.10 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classMedium
Durability7.69 out of 10
Ergonomics6.32 out of 10
Gear ratio5.3:1
Maximum drag10kg / 22.05lbs
Weight205g / 7.23oz
Line retireve per crank80 centimeter / 31.5 inch
Ball bearings6

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDAIWA
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €89.33
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size3000-C
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.23/150

Conclusion

Daiwa 23 FUEGO LT 3000-CX edges out Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A 5000 XGX with slightly better overall performance, especially on the gear ratio (5.3:1) and the line retrieve per crank (80 centimeter / 31.5 inch). Still, Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A 5000 XGX holds its own with strengths like a durability of 8.68 out of 10 and a weight of 450g / 15,87oz, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.

What's the difference between Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A and Daiwa 23 FUEGO LT?

Daiwa 23 FUEGO LT 3000-CX

  • The reel brings in line quickly with its 8.2 out of 10 (5.3:1) rating, making it a great fit for power fishing
  • 6.43 out of 10 (80 centimeter / 31.5 inch) in line retrieve, means the reel delivers a steady and reliable retrieve which is ideal for most everyday techniques