Shimano Stradic SWB 6000PGX vs Shimano Sahara 1000 R

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

Shimano Stradic SWB

Seafishing

86.00 out of 100

Value for money4.5 out of 5

Quality classGood

Durability8.73 out of 10

Ergonomics5.76 out of 10

Gear ratio4.6:1

Maximum drag13kg / 28.66lbs

Weight450g / 15.87oz

Line retireve per crank83 centimeter / 32.68 inch

Ball bearings7

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelSeafishing
Price range~ €219.33
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel size6000PG
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.37/190

Shimano Sahara 1000 R

Spinning

36.20 out of 100

Value for money2.5 out of 5

Quality classLow

Durability2.94 out of 10

Ergonomics4.15 out of 10

Gear ratio5.2:1

Maximum drag2kg / 4.41 lbs

Weight255g / 9.00oz

Line retireve per crank69cm / 27.17 inch

Ball bearings3 S SUS + 1 Rollerbearing

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €46.33
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size1000
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeRead drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/m: 0.18/170. 0.20/140, 0.25/90

Conclusion

Shimano Stradic SWB 6000PGX clearly outshines Shimano Sahara 1000 R, offering significantly better performance in durability (8.73 out of 10) and total score (8.6 out of 10). While Shimano Sahara 1000 R may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano Stradic SWB 6000PGX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Shimano Stradic SWB and Shimano Sahara 1000 R?

Shimano Stradic SWB 6000PGX

A drag score of 6.22 out of 10 (13kg / 28,66lbs) provides solid stopping power for typical inshore or light offshore fishing
A line retrieval (per crank) of 83 centimeter / 32.68 inch helps bringing in line quickly, making it great for repositioning or working topwater baits
Built tough for the salt, ideal for seafishing.