Daiwa 18 TDR Match and Feeder QD 2508X vs Shimano Sahara 4000 R

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Daiwa 18 TDR Match and Feeder QD

Feeder And Match

95.00 out of 100

Value for money5 out of 5

Quality classExcellent

Durability5.5 out of 10

Ergonomics6.04 out of 10

Gear ratio4.8:1

Maximum drag10kg / 22.05lbs

Weight265g / 9.35oz

Line retireve per crank72 centimeter / 28.35 inch

Ball bearings8

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelFeeder and match
Price range~ €187.00
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size2508
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.23/150

Shimano Sahara 4000 R

Spinning

42.30 out of 100

Value for money2.5 out of 5

Quality classLow

Durability3 out of 10

Ergonomics2 out of 10

Gear ratio5.1:1

Maximum drag3 kg / 6.61 lbs

Weight335g / 11.82oz

Line retireve per crank82cm / 32.28 inch

Ball bearings3 S SUS + 1 Rollerbearing

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €50.33
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size4000
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeRead drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/m: 0.25/260. 0.30/180, 0.35/130

Conclusion

Daiwa 18 TDR Match and Feeder QD 2508X clearly outshines Shimano Sahara 4000 R, offering significantly better performance in total score (9.5 out of 10) and maximum drag (10kg / 22,05lbs). While Shimano Sahara 4000 R may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa 18 TDR Match and Feeder QD 2508X is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.