Daiwa 19 Certate 2500DX vs Shimano Sahara 2500 DH R

Daiwa 19 Certate, 2500D, G LT, left and right hand,  Spinning reel, front drag, 10407-825
Daiwa 19 Certate
Spinning
88.30 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics6.32 out of 10
Gear ratio5.2:1
Maximum drag-
Weight205g / 7.23oz
Line retireve per crank73 centimeter / 28.74 inch
Ball bearings10

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDAIWA
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €379.00
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size2500D
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.28/150
Shimano Sahara 2500 DH R, Spinning reel with rear drag
Shimano Sahara 2500 DH R
Spinning
29.70 out of 100
Value for money2.5 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability2.99 out of 10
Ergonomics2 out of 10
Gear ratio5.2:1
Maximum drag2kg / 4.41 lbs
Weight320g / 11.29oz
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 size2500 DH
  • Handle typeDouble handle
  • Drag typeRead drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/m: 0.18/290. 0.20/240, 0.25/160

Conclusion

Daiwa 19 Certate 2500DX clearly outshines Shimano Sahara 2500 DH R, offering significantly better performance in durability (9.5 out of 10) and total score (8.83 out of 10). While Shimano Sahara 2500 DH R may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa 19 Certate 2500DX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Daiwa 19 Certate and Shimano Sahara 2500 DH R?

Daiwa 19 Certate 2500DX

  • With a score like 8.63 out of 10 (205g / 7,23oz), the reel feels light in the hand.. ideal for active techniques like twitching, jigging, or topwater.
  • Saltwater-safe design makes it perfect for spinning conditions.

Shimano Sahara 2500 DH R

  • The reel scores 7 out of 10 (3 S SUS + 1 Rollerbearing) in bearings, offering smooth performance for regular use with no issues