Shimano 21 Sustain 3000 HGFJX vs Daiwa 20 Crossfire LT 2000X

Shimano 21 Sustain, 3000 HGFJ, left and right hand, Spinning Fishing Reel, Front Drag, SAC3000HGFJ
Shimano 21 Sustain
Spinning
95.00 out of 100
Value for money5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics6.3 out of 10
Gear ratio6:0:1
Maximum drag9kg / 19.84lbs
Weight210g / 7.41oz
Line retireve per crank89 centimeter / 35.04 inch
Ball bearings9

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €209.33
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size3000 HGFJ
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 130/1.3
Daiwa 20 Crossfire LT , 2000, 2000, Spinning Angelrolle, Frontbremse, 10186-200
Daiwa 20 Crossfire LT
Spinning
51.50 out of 100
Value for money3.5 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability2.71 out of 10
Ergonomics6.25 out of 10
Gear ratio5.2:1
Maximum drag5kg / 11.02lbs
Weight225g / 7.94oz
Line retireve per crank68 centimeter / 26.77 inch
Ball bearings3

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDAIWA
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €32.33
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size2000
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.16/150

Conclusion

Shimano 21 Sustain 3000 HGFJX clearly outshines Daiwa 20 Crossfire LT 2000X, offering significantly better performance in durability (9.5 out of 10) and line retrieve per crank (89 centimeter / 35.04 inch). While Daiwa 20 Crossfire LT 2000X may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano 21 Sustain 3000 HGFJX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Shimano 21 Sustain and Daiwa 20 Crossfire LT?

Shimano 21 Sustain 3000 HGFJX

  • 8.4 out of 10 (89 centimeter / 35.04 inch) in line retrieve, means it picks up line fast, very handy when chasing quick fish
  • Saltwater-safe design makes it perfect for spinning conditions.

Daiwa 20 Crossfire LT 2000X

  • A bearing score of 5 out of 10 (3) gets the job done (basic but dependable) especially for beginners or casual anglers