Shimano Sahara 3000S R vs Daiwa BG 3500X

Shimano Sahara 3000S R
Spinning
38.50 out of 100
Value for money2.5 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability2.99 out of 10
Ergonomics4.07 out of 10
Gear ratio5.2:1
Maximum drag2kg / 4.41 lbs
Weight280g / 9.87oz
Line retireve per crank76cm / 29.92 inch
Ball bearings3 S SUS + 1 Rollerbearing
Technical Specifications
- BrandSHIMANO
- The main category of the reelSpinning
- Price range~ €49.33
- Is saltwater resistantNo
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size3000 S
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeRead drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/m: 0.18/290. 0.20/240, 0.25/160

Daiwa BG
Spinning
69.10 out of 100
Value for money3.5 out of 5
Quality classMedium
Durability7.77 out of 10
Ergonomics4 out of 10
Gear ratio5.7:1
Maximum drag0lbs
Weight400g / 14.11oz
Line retireve per crank97 centimeter / 38.19 inch
Ball bearings6
Technical Specifications
- BrandDAIWA
- The main category of the reelSpinning
- Price range~ €104.33
- Is saltwater resistantYes
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size3500
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.3/220
Conclusion
Daiwa BG 3500X clearly outshines Shimano Sahara 3000S R, offering significantly better performance in durability (7.77 out of 10) and line retrieve per crank (97 centimeter / 38.19 inch). While Shimano Sahara 3000S R may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa BG 3500X is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.
What's the difference between Shimano Sahara 3000S R and Daiwa BG?
Daiwa BG 3500X
- Saltwater-safe design makes it perfect for spinning conditions.
Similar comparisons

Cormoran Cross Water 5PiF 500X vs Daiwa 23 NINJA LT LT6000X


Daiwa 23 FUEGO LT 3000-CXHX vs Daiwa BG 5000X


Delphin CarbonIX 2000X vs Daiwa Regal LT 1000 DX


Shimano Sahara 2500 DH R vs Shimano Sedona FJ 4000XGFJX


Daiwa Ninja LT 3000-CX vs Daiwa 23 LEXA LT 2500SX


Daiwa 23 MATCHMAN 4000X vs Cormoran Cross Water 5PiF 500X


Abu GARCIA SUPERIOR 2500SX vs Daiwa 23 NINJA LT LT6000X


Shimano Stella FK 2500 HGX vs Abu GARCIA SUPERIOR 2500SX


Mitchell 308 PRO 2000X vs Shimano 20 Stella 5000 XGX


Daiwa 23 MATCHMAN 4000X vs Daiwa 24 CERTATE(G) 4000D-CXHX


Shimano Aero BB C3000X vs Daiwa 23 MATCHMAN 4000X


Daiwa Ninja LT 3000-CX vs Daiwa 23 FUEGO LT 3000-CXHX


Daiwa 21 PROREX MQ LT 4000D-CX vs Delphin CarbonIX 2000X


Shimano Aero BB C3000X vs Daiwa 22 PROREX V LT 3000-CX


Daiwa 23 LEXA LT 2500SX vs Daiwa BG 5000X


Daiwa BG 5000X vs Daiwa 21 PROREX MQ LT 4000D-CX


Shimano 20 Stella 5000 XGX vs Daiwa 21 PROREX MQ LT 4000D-CX


Daiwa 23 MATCHMAN 4000X vs Shimano Stella FK 2500 HGX


Delphin ELIXIR 4000X vs Mitchell 308 PRO 2000X


Mitchell 308 PRO 2000X vs Daiwa BG 5000X
