Daiwa 23 EXCELER LT 2500X vs Shimano Sahara 4000 R

Daiwa 23 EXCELER LT

Spinning

64.50 out of 100

Value for money2.5 out of 5

Quality classLow

Durability3 out of 10

Ergonomics6.35 out of 10

Gear ratio5.3:1

Maximum drag10kg / 22.05lbs

Weight195g / 6.88oz

Line retireve per crank75 centimeter / 29.53 inch

Ball bearings5

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €78.33
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size2500
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.2/150

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 EXCELER LT 2500X clearly outshines Shimano Sahara 4000 R, offering significantly better performance in weight (195g / 6,88oz) and maximum drag (10kg / 22,05lbs). While Shimano Sahara 4000 R may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa 23 EXCELER LT 2500X is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.