Shimano Sahara 3000 SS DH HG R vs Daiwa TANACOM 1200X

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Shimano Sahara 3000 SS DH HG R, Spinning reel with rear drag
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 TANACOM, 1200, right hand, Multi Fishing Reel, Star Drag, 10806-125
Daiwa TANACOM
Multireels
72.40 out of 100
Value for money3.5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability5.72 out of 10
Ergonomics3.8 out of 10
Gear ratio2.1:1
Maximum drag25kg / 55.12lbs
Weight2040g / 71.96oz
Line retireve per crank59 centimeter / 23.23 inch
Ball bearings4

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDAIWA
  • The main category of the reelMultireels
  • Price range~ €603.33
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size1200
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeStar drag
  • Handle orientationRight
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.42/1000

Conclusion

Daiwa TANACOM 1200X clearly outshines Shimano Sahara 3000 SS DH HG R, offering significantly better performance in maximum drag (25kg / 55,12lbs) and total score (7.24 out of 10). While Shimano Sahara 3000 SS DH HG R may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa TANACOM 1200X 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 TANACOM?

Shimano Sahara 3000 SS DH HG R

  • A fast gear ratio of 10 out of 10 (6.2:1), means the reel is built for speed and it's perfect for active retrieves, and quick follow ups
  • 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 TANACOM 1200X

  • With a serious drag score of 10 out of 10 (25kg / 55,12lbs), this reel is made to stop big carp in their tracks, even in rough terrain or tight swims