Daiwa 20 Saltiga (G) 10000-PX vs Shimano 21 Sahara FJ 2500SHGFJX

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Daiwa 20 Saltiga (G), 10000-P, left and right hand, Spinning Fishing reel, Front Drag, 10310-101
Daiwa 20 Saltiga (G)
Seafishing
95.00 out of 100
Value for money3.5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics5.46 out of 10
Gear ratio4.8:1
Maximum drag25kg / 55.12lbs
Weight655g / 23.1oz
Line retireve per crank98 centimeter / 38.58 inch
Ball bearings12

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDAIWA
  • The main category of the reelSeafishing
  • Price range~ €833.33
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size10000-P
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.37/300
Shimano 21 Sahara FJ, 2500SHGFJ, Spinning Fishing Reel, Front Drag, SH2500SHGFJ
Shimano 21 Sahara FJ
Spinning
64.90 out of 100
Value for money3 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability3 out of 10
Ergonomics6.2 out of 10
Gear ratio6.2:1
Maximum drag4kg / 8.82lbs
Weight240g / 8.47oz
Line retireve per crank91 centimeter / 35.83 inch
Ball bearings5

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €63.33
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size2500SHGFJ
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.18/120

Conclusion

Daiwa 20 Saltiga (G) 10000-PX clearly outshines Shimano 21 Sahara FJ 2500SHGFJX, offering significantly better performance in durability (9.5 out of 10) and maximum drag (25kg / 55,12lbs). While Shimano 21 Sahara FJ 2500SHGFJX may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa 20 Saltiga (G) 10000-PX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Daiwa 20 Saltiga (G) and Shimano 21 Sahara FJ?

Daiwa 20 Saltiga (G) 10000-PX

  • Built tough for the salt, ideal for seafishing.

Shimano 21 Sahara FJ 2500SHGFJX

  • Landing a score of 8 out of 10 (5) in bearings, it feels smooth and controlled. Great when you're fishing actively and want consistency