Daiwa 23 AIRITY LT 2000S-HX vs Shimano Sahara 2500 DH R

Daiwa 23 AIRITY LT
Spinning
92.80 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics6.52 out of 10
Gear ratio5.8:1
Maximum drag5kg / 11.02lbs
Weight145g / 5.11oz
Line retireve per crank76 centimeter / 29.92 inch
Ball bearings11
Technical Specifications
- BrandDAIWA
- The main category of the reelSpinning
- Price range~ €469.33
- Is saltwater resistantYes
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size2000S-H
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.14/150

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 23 AIRITY LT 2000S-HX clearly outshines Shimano Sahara 2500 DH R, offering significantly better performance in durability (9.5 out of 10) and total score (9.28 out of 10). While Shimano Sahara 2500 DH R may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa 23 AIRITY LT 2000S-HX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.
What's the difference between Daiwa 23 AIRITY LT and Shimano Sahara 2500 DH R?
Daiwa 23 AIRITY LT 2000S-HX
- A drag rating of 6.38 out of 10 (5kg / 11,02lbs) gives you steady control and it's perfect for most freshwater fish and light saltwater action
- Super lightweight thanks to its score and value 9.03 out of 10 (145g / 5,11oz), great reel for finesse fishing where comfort and control matter the most
- 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
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