Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A 8000 HGX vs Daiwa 21 Ballistic MQ LT 3000DX

The selected categories are different, score metrics vary from category to another.

Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A

Seafishing

65.60 out of 100

Value for money4 out of 5

Quality classGood

Durability8.72 out of 10

Ergonomics5.44 out of 10

Gear ratio5.6:1

Maximum drag16kg / 35.27lbs

Weight675g / 23.81oz

Line retireve per crank107 centimeter / 42.13 inch

Ball bearings6

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelSeafishing
Price range~ €215.33
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel size8000 HG
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.4/230

Daiwa 21 Ballistic MQ LT

Spinning

95.00 out of 100

Value for money5 out of 5

Quality classExcellent

Durability5.5 out of 10

Ergonomics6.28 out of 10

Gear ratio5.2:1

Maximum drag10kg / 22.05lbs

Weight215g / 7.58oz

Line retireve per crank77 centimeter / 30.31 inch

Ball bearings8

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €212.60
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size3000D
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.33/150

Conclusion

Daiwa 21 Ballistic MQ LT 3000DX clearly outshines Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A 8000 HGX, offering significantly better performance in gear ratio (5.2:1) and line retrieve per crank (77 centimeter / 30.31 inch). While Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A 8000 HGX may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa 21 Ballistic MQ LT 3000DX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A and Daiwa 21 Ballistic MQ LT?

Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A 8000 HGX

Built tough for the salt, ideal for seafishing.

Daiwa 21 Ballistic MQ LT 3000DX

The reel brings in line quickly with its 8 out of 10 (5.2:1) rating, making it a great fit for power fishing
6 out of 10 (77 centimeter / 30.31 inch) in line retrieve, means the reel delivers a steady and reliable retrieve which is ideal for most everyday techniques