Shimano Sahara 3000S R vs Daiwa Ninja LT 2500-XHX

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 Ninja LT

Spinning

69.50 out of 100

Value for money3.5 out of 5

Quality classLow

Durability2.87 out of 10

Ergonomics6.2 out of 10

Gear ratio6.2:1

Maximum drag12kg / 26.46lbs

Weight240g / 8.47oz

Line retireve per crank87 centimeter / 34.25 inch

Ball bearings4

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €42.00
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size2500-XH
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.2/150

Conclusion

Daiwa Ninja LT 2500-XHX clearly outshines Shimano Sahara 3000S R, offering significantly better performance in maximum drag (12kg / 26,46lbs) and total score (6.95 out of 10). While Shimano Sahara 3000S R may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa Ninja LT 2500-XHX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Shimano Sahara 3000S R and Daiwa Ninja LT?

Daiwa Ninja LT 2500-XHX

With a great drag score 10 out of 10 (12kg / 26,46lbs), the reel is built to handle big fish confidently.. whatever the setting, freshwater or inshore salt