Daiwa 23 Caldia SW 4000D-CXHX vs Shimano Sahara 2500 DH R

The selected categories are different, score metrics vary from category to another.

Daiwa 23 Caldia SW

Seafishing

77.00 out of 100

Value for money4.5 out of 5

Quality classGood

Durability8.69 out of 10

Ergonomics5.99 out of 10

Gear ratio6.2:1

Maximum drag12kg / 26.46lbs

Weight290g / 10.23oz

Line retireve per crank99 centimeter / 38.98 inch

Ball bearings6+1

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelSeafishing
Price range~ €208.33
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel size4000D-CXH
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.2/300

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 Caldia SW 4000D-CXHX clearly outshines Shimano Sahara 2500 DH R, offering significantly better performance in durability (8.69 out of 10) and weight (290g / 10,23oz). While Shimano Sahara 2500 DH R may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa 23 Caldia SW 4000D-CXHX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Daiwa 23 Caldia SW and Shimano Sahara 2500 DH R?

Daiwa 23 Caldia SW 4000D-CXHX

At 5.82 out of 10 (12kg / 26,46lbs), the drag is on the lighter side—suitable for smaller saltwater species or finesse-style presentations
With a weight score of 9.17 out of 10 (290g / 10,23oz), this reel is impressively light for saltwater and provides great comfort
Built tough for the salt, ideal for seafishing.