Shimano Sahara 1000 R vs Shimano AERO XR C3000X

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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

Shimano AERO XR

Feeder And Match

81.00 out of 100

Value for money4.5 out of 5

Quality classGood

Durability4.5 out of 10

Ergonomics6.2 out of 10

Gear ratio5

Maximum drag9kg / 19.84lbs

Weight210g / 7.41oz

Line retireve per crank73 centimeter / 28.74 inch

Ball bearings5+1

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelFeeder and match
Price range~ €114.33
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel sizeC3000
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.3/130

Conclusion

Shimano AERO XR C3000X clearly outshines Shimano Sahara 1000 R, offering significantly better performance in maximum drag (9kg / 19,84lbs) and total score (8.1 out of 10). While Shimano Sahara 1000 R may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano AERO XR C3000X is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Shimano Sahara 1000 R and Shimano AERO XR?

Shimano AERO XR C3000X

With a maximum drag of 10 out of 10 (9kg / 19,84lbs), this reel offers excellent stopping power, giving fishermen the confidence to handle pressure situations with ease
With a line retrieve of 73 centimeter / 28.74 inch (5.43 out of 10), this reel retrieves slowly.. suitable for relaxed feeder fishing