Shimano Stradic GTM 3000S RC Spinning reel with fighting drag vs Shimano Tiagra 50WAX

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Shimano Stradic GTM 3000S RC Spinning reel with fighting drag

Spinning

57.90 out of 100

Value for money3.5 out of 5

Quality classMedium

Durability3.79 out of 10

Ergonomics2 out of 10

Gear ratio6.0:1

Maximum drag2.5 kg - 5.51 lbs

Weight345 g - 12.17oz

Line retireve per crank92 cm / 36.22 inch

Ball bearings4 Shielded Stainless Steel

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €109.33
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size3000 S
Handle typeDouble handle
Drag typeRead drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/m: 0.18-240 / 0,20-220 / 0,25-140 / 0,30-100 lb/yds: 6-180 / 8-120 / 10-100

Shimano Tiagra

Multireels

86.20 out of 100

Value for money4 out of 5

Quality classExcellent

Durability9.5 out of 10

Ergonomics3.4 out of 10

Gear ratio3.1:1 / 1.3:1

Maximum drag17kg / 37.48lbs

Weight2447g / 86.32oz

Line retireve per crank94 centimeter / 37.01 inch

Ball bearings4

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelMultireels
Price range~ €633.33
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel size50WA
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeLever drag
Handle orientationRight
Line capacity monofil-

Conclusion

Shimano Tiagra 50WAX clearly outshines Shimano Stradic GTM 3000S RC Spinning reel with fighting drag, offering significantly better performance in durability (9.5 out of 10) and maximum drag (17kg / 37,48lbs). While Shimano Stradic GTM 3000S RC Spinning reel with fighting drag may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano Tiagra 50WAX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.