Daiwa Seaborg G200J
A small, light electric for shallow to mid-depth bottom fishing and electric jigging, with a tougher motor and longer warranty than the 200J.
Amazon $868.72 eBay$868.72
The Daiwa Seaborg G200J is the better electric reel overall, rated 3.1 to 3.0. The Daiwa Seaborg G200J leads on line speed and weight. The Shimano Plemio 3000 wins on value. The Shimano Plemio 3000 costs $576.72 less ($292 vs $868.72).
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Shimano Plemio 3000
An entry electric for occasional bottom fishing with heavier line, if low price matters most.
Amazon $292 eBay$292
Which should you buy?
- Choose the Daiwa Seaborg G200J for line speed (155 m/min with a 1 kg load vs 138 m/min with a 1 kg load) and weight (19.2 kg of drag per kg of reel (10 kg, 520 g) vs 16 kg of drag per kg of reel (10 kg, 625 g)).
- Choose the Shimano Plemio 3000 for value ($29.20 per kg of drag ($292, 10 kg) vs $86.87 per kg of drag ($868.72, 10 kg)).
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every under 14 kg drag electric reel; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | Daiwa Seaborg G200J | Shimano Plemio 3000 |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.1/5 | 3.0/5 |
| Value 30% | 10 $86.87 per kg of drag ($868.72, 10 kg) | 89 $29.20 per kg of drag ($292, 10 kg) |
| Drag 20% | 9 10 kg maximum drag | 9 10 kg maximum drag |
| Line speed 20% | 78 155 m/min with a 1 kg load | 40 138 m/min with a 1 kg load |
| Weight 15% | 62 19.2 kg of drag per kg of reel (10 kg, 520 g) | 40 16 kg of drag per kg of reel (10 kg, 625 g) |
| Warranty 15% | 100 36 months | 0 warranty not published |
Specifications
| Daiwa Seaborg G200J | Shimano Plemio 3000 | |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ||
| Maximum drag | 10 kg | 10 kg |
| Standard pulling force (JAFS) | 10 kg | - |
| Line speed, 1 kg load | 155 m/min | 138 m/min |
| Gear ratio | 5.9:1 | 3.6:1 |
| Line per handle turn | 65 cm | 64 cm |
| Line capacity (PE no. - metres) | PE 1-600 / 1.5-450 / 2-300 / 3-200 | PE 4-400 / 5-350 / 6-300 / 8-200 |
| Power | ||
| Power supply | DC 12-16.8 V | - |
| Battery in the box | No | - |
| Warranty | 12 months | - |
| Motor warranty | 3 years | - |
| Build | ||
| Weight | 520 g (18.3 oz) | 625 g (22 oz) |
| Bearings (ball/roller) | 14/1 | 1/0 |
| Handle | Right | Right |