Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A 18000 HGX vs Daiwa 24 NZon Plus Distance 25 QD

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Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A, 18000 HG, left and right hand, Saltwater fishing reel, Front Drag, SRG18000SWAHG
Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A
Seafishing
78.10 out of 100
Value for money4.5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics3.4 out of 10
Gear ratio5.7:1
Maximum drag22kg / 48.5lbs
Weight915g / 32.28oz
Line retireve per crank129 centimeter / 50.79 inch
Ball bearings7

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelSeafishing
  • Price range~ €299.33
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size18000 HG
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.47/310
Daiwa 24 NZon Plus Distance 25 QD, 25QD, left and right hand, Feeder fishing reel, Front Drag, with 25mm spool stroke, 10133-425
Daiwa 24 NZon Plus Distance 25 QD
Feeder And Match
88.70 out of 100
Value for money4.5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability5.5 out of 10
Ergonomics3.8 out of 10
Gear ratio4.7:1
Maximum drag12kg / 26.46lbs
Weight450g / 15.87oz
Line retireve per crank96 centimeter / 37.8 inch
Ball bearings5

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDAIWA
  • The main category of the reelFeeder and match
  • Price range~ €218.33
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size25QD
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.28/150

Conclusion

Daiwa 24 NZon Plus Distance 25 QD edges out Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A 18000 HGX with slightly better overall performance, especially on the line retrieve per crank (96 centimeter / 37.8 inch) and the gear ratio (4.7:1). Still, Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A 18000 HGX holds its own with strengths like a durability of 9.5 out of 10 and a ball bearings of 7, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.

What's the difference between Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A and Daiwa 24 NZon Plus Distance 25 QD?

Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A 18000 HGX

  • Built tough for the salt, ideal for seafishing.

Daiwa 24 NZon Plus Distance 25 QD

  • The reel delivers balanced performance, suitable for most feeder and match situations without compromising too much on retrieve speed
  • With 9.1 out of 10 score (96 centimeter / 37.8 inch) (line retrieve), this reel excels in speed which makes it perfect for rapid match fishing where every second counts