Shimano Sahara 2500 R vs Daiwa 20 Fuego LT 3000-CX

Shimano Sahara 2500 R

Spinning

38.50 out of 100

Value for money2.5 out of 5

Quality classLow

Durability2.96 out of 10

Ergonomics4.08 out of 10

Gear ratio5.2:1

Maximum drag2kg / 4.41 lbs

Weight275g / 9.70oz

Line retireve per crank76cm / 29.92 inch

Ball bearings3 S SUS + 1 Rollerbearing

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €47.33
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size2500
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeRead drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/m: 0.18/290. 0.20/240, 0.25/160

Daiwa 20 Fuego LT

Spinning

66.20 out of 100

Value for money2.5 out of 5

Quality classLow

Durability3 out of 10

Ergonomics6.28 out of 10

Gear ratio5.3:1

Maximum drag10kg / 22.05lbs

Weight215g / 7.58oz

Line retireve per crank80 centimeter / 31.5 inch

Ball bearings6

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €72.60
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 Fuego LT 3000-CX clearly outshines Shimano Sahara 2500 R, offering significantly better performance in maximum drag (10kg / 22,05lbs) and total score (6.62 out of 10). While Shimano Sahara 2500 R may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa 20 Fuego LT 3000-CX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Shimano Sahara 2500 R and Daiwa 20 Fuego LT?

Daiwa 20 Fuego 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