Shimano Sahara 3000 SS DH HG R vs Daiwa 20 Exceler LT 1000X

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 Exceler LT
Spinning
55.50 out of 100
Value for money2.5 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability3 out of 10
Ergonomics6.4 out of 10
Gear ratio5.2:1
Maximum drag4kg / 8.82lbs
Weight180g / 6.35oz
Line retireve per crank64 centimeter / 25.2 inch
Ball bearings5
Technical Specifications
- BrandDAIWA
- The main category of the reelSpinning
- Price range~ €72.80
- Is saltwater resistantNo
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size1000
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.14/150
Conclusion
Daiwa 20 Exceler LT 1000X clearly outshines Shimano Sahara 3000 SS DH HG R, offering significantly better performance in weight (180g / 6,35oz) and ergonomics (6.4 out of 10). While Shimano Sahara 3000 SS DH HG R may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa 20 Exceler LT 1000X 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 Exceler 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 Exceler LT 1000X
- Designed with a light drag at 5.69 out of 10 (4kg / 8,82lbs), the reel is perfect when you're going after small fish or using ultralight setups
- With a score like 8.8 out of 10 (180g / 6,35oz), the reel feels light in the hand.. ideal for active techniques like twitching, jigging, or topwater.
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