Shimano Sahara 3000 SS DH HG R vs Daiwa 20 Crossfire LT 2000X

Shimano Sahara 3000 SS DH HG R

Spinning

37.00 out of 100

Value for money2.5 out of 5

Quality classLow

Durability3 out of 10

Ergonomics2 out of 10

Gear ratio6.2:1

Maximum drag2kg / 4.41 lbs

Weight335g / 11.82oz

Line retireve per crank91cm / 35.83 inch

Ball bearings3 S SUS + 1 Rollerbearing

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €51.33
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size3000 SS DH HG
Handle typeDouble handle
Drag typeRead drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/m: 0.25/260. 0.30/180, 0.35/130

Daiwa 20 Crossfire LT

Spinning

51.50 out of 100

Value for money3.5 out of 5

Quality classLow

Durability2.71 out of 10

Ergonomics6.25 out of 10

Gear ratio5.2:1

Maximum drag5kg / 11.02lbs

Weight225g / 7.94oz

Line retireve per crank68 centimeter / 26.77 inch

Ball bearings3

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €32.33
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size2000
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.16/150

Conclusion

Daiwa 20 Crossfire LT 2000X clearly outshines Shimano Sahara 3000 SS DH HG R, offering significantly better performance in weight (225g / 7,94oz) and ergonomics (6.25 out of 10). While Shimano Sahara 3000 SS DH HG R may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa 20 Crossfire LT 2000X is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Shimano Sahara 3000 SS DH HG R and Daiwa 20 Crossfire LT?

Shimano Sahara 3000 SS DH HG R

8.6 out of 10 (91cm / 35.83 inch) in line retrieve, means it picks up line fast, very handy when chasing quick fish

Daiwa 20 Crossfire LT 2000X

A drag rating of 6.38 out of 10 (5kg / 11,02lbs) gives you steady control and it's perfect for most freshwater fish and light saltwater action
With a score like 8.5 out of 10 (225g / 7,94oz), the reel feels light in the hand.. ideal for active techniques like twitching, jigging, or topwater.