Shimano Sahara 1000 R vs Daiwa 20 Exceler LT 3000-CX

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 20 Exceler LT

Spinning

65.30 out of 100

Value for money2.5 out of 5

Quality classLow

Durability3 out of 10

Ergonomics6.3 out of 10

Gear ratio5.3:1

Maximum drag10kg / 22.05lbs

Weight210g / 7.41oz

Line retireve per crank80 centimeter / 31.5 inch

Ball bearings5

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €78.00
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size3000-C
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.23/150

Conclusion

Daiwa 20 Exceler LT 3000-CX clearly outshines Shimano Sahara 1000 R, offering significantly better performance in maximum drag (10kg / 22,05lbs) and total score (6.53 out of 10). While Shimano Sahara 1000 R may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa 20 Exceler LT 3000-CX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Shimano Sahara 1000 R and Daiwa 20 Exceler LT?

Daiwa 20 Exceler LT 3000-CX

With a great drag score 9.6 out of 10 (10kg / 22,05lbs), the reel is built to handle big fish confidently.. whatever the setting, freshwater or inshore salt
6.43 out of 10 (80 centimeter / 31.5 inch) in line retrieve, means the reel delivers a steady and reliable retrieve which is ideal for most everyday techniques