Shimano Spheros SW A 20000 PGX vs Daiwa 23 MATCHMAN 3000X
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Shimano Spheros SW A
Seafishing
67.40 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classGood
Durability8.56 out of 10
Ergonomics3.4 out of 10
Gear ratio4.4:1
Maximum drag18kg / 39.68lbs
Weight930g / 32.8oz
Line retireve per crank104 centimeter / 40.94 inch
Ball bearings4+1
Technical Specifications
- BrandSHIMANO
- The main category of the reelSeafishing
- Price range~ €169.33
- Is saltwater resistantYes
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size20000 PG
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.52/310

Daiwa 23 MATCHMAN
Spinning
54.00 out of 100
Value for money3 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability2.92 out of 10
Ergonomics6.02 out of 10
Gear ratio5.3:1
Maximum drag4kg / 8.82lbs
Weight295g / 10.41oz
Line retireve per crank82 centimeter / 32.28 inch
Ball bearings3
Technical Specifications
- BrandDAIWA
- The main category of the reelSpinning
- Price range~ €45.33
- Is saltwater resistantNo
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size3000
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.28/200
Conclusion
Shimano Spheros SW A 20000 PGX edges out Daiwa 23 MATCHMAN 3000X with slightly better overall performance, especially on the durability (8.56 out of 10) and the maximum drag (18kg / 39,68lbs). Still, Daiwa 23 MATCHMAN 3000X holds its own with strengths like a line retrieve per crank of 82 centimeter / 32.28 inch and a weight of 295g / 10,41oz, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.
What's the difference between Shimano Spheros SW A and Daiwa 23 MATCHMAN?
Shimano Spheros SW A 20000 PGX
- Built tough for the salt, ideal for seafishing.
Daiwa 23 MATCHMAN 3000X
- With a score like 8.03 out of 10 (295g / 10,41oz), the reel feels light in the hand.. ideal for active techniques like twitching, jigging, or topwater.
- 6.71 out of 10 (82 centimeter / 32.28 inch) in line retrieve, means the reel delivers a steady and reliable retrieve which is ideal for most everyday techniques
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