Daiwa 23 AIRITY LT PC 2500X vs Shimano Sahara 4000 R

Daiwa 23 AIRITY LT, PC 2500, left and right hand, Spinning Fishing Reel, Front Drag, 10001-251
Daiwa 23 AIRITY LT
Spinning
94.90 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics6.45 out of 10
Gear ratio5.2:1
Maximum drag10kg / 22.05lbs
Weight165g / 5.82oz
Line retireve per crank73 centimeter / 28.74 inch
Ball bearings11

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDAIWA
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €478.33
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel sizePC 2500
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.2/150
Shimano Sahara 4000 R, Spinning reel with rear drag
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 23 AIRITY LT PC 2500X clearly outshines Shimano Sahara 4000 R, offering significantly better performance in durability (9.5 out of 10) and total score (9.49 out of 10). While Shimano Sahara 4000 R may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa 23 AIRITY LT PC 2500X is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Daiwa 23 AIRITY LT and Shimano Sahara 4000 R?

Daiwa 23 AIRITY LT PC 2500X

  • With a score like 8.9 out of 10 (165g / 5,82oz), 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 4000 R

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