Shimano Sahara 1000 R vs Daiwa 18 Ninja Match LT 3000-C (Match)X

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

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

Daiwa 18 Ninja Match LT

Feeder And Match

3000-c (match)x

63.10 out of 100

Value for money3 out of 5

Quality classLow

Durability2.98 out of 10

Ergonomics6.06 out of 10

Gear ratio5.3:1

Maximum drag10kg / 22.05 lbs

Weight260g / 9.17oz

Line retireve per crank80 centimeter / 31.5 inch

Ball bearings4

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelFeeder and match
Price range~ €49.00
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size3000-C (Match)
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.23/150

Conclusion

Daiwa 18 Ninja Match LT 3000-C (Match)X clearly outshines Shimano Sahara 1000 R, offering significantly better performance in maximum drag (10kg / 22,05 lbs) and total score (6.31 out of 10). While Shimano Sahara 1000 R may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa 18 Ninja Match LT 3000-C (Match)X is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Shimano Sahara 1000 R and Daiwa 18 Ninja Match LT?

Daiwa 18 Ninja Match LT 3000-C (Match)X

With a maximum drag of 10 out of 10 (10kg / 22,05 lbs), this reel offers excellent stopping power, giving fishermen the confidence to handle pressure situations with ease
This reel provides steady retrieval 80 centimeter / 31.5 inch (6.43 out of 10), good enough for most feeder and match scenarios