Shimano Sahara 3000S R vs Shimano 21 Nexave FI 3000 HGX

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

Shimano 21 Nexave FI
Spinning
68.60 out of 100
Value for money3.5 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability2.86 out of 10
Ergonomics6.15 out of 10
Gear ratio6.2:1
Maximum drag9kg / 19.84lbs
Weight255g / 8.99oz
Line retireve per crank91 centimeter / 35.83 inch
Ball bearings4
Technical Specifications
- BrandSHIMANO
- The main category of the reelSpinning
- Price range~ €41.33
- Is saltwater resistantNo
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size3000 HG
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.3/130
Conclusion
Shimano 21 Nexave FI 3000 HGX clearly outshines Shimano Sahara 3000S R, offering significantly better performance in maximum drag (9kg / 19,84lbs) and total score (6.86 out of 10). While Shimano Sahara 3000S R may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano 21 Nexave FI 3000 HGX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.
What's the difference between Shimano Sahara 3000S R and Shimano 21 Nexave FI?
Shimano 21 Nexave FI 3000 HGX
- With a great drag score 9.2 out of 10 (9kg / 19,84lbs), the reel is built to handle big fish confidently.. whatever the setting, freshwater or inshore salt
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