Daiwa 24 SALTIGA L vs Shimano Sahara 500 FI

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Daiwa 24 SALTIGA L, 15, left hand, Slow-Jigging Fishing Reel, Star Drag, 10808-015
Daiwa 24 SALTIGA L
Multireels
92.00 out of 100
Value for money4.5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics5.99 out of 10
Gear ratio6.3:1
Maximum drag10kg / 22.05lbs
Weight485g / 17108oz
Line retireve per crank103 centimeter / 40551 inch
Ball bearings8

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDAIWA
  • The main category of the reelMultireels
  • Price range~ €499.33
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size15
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeStar drag
  • Handle orientationLeft
  • Line capacity monofil-
Shimano Sahara 500 FI, Spinning reel with front drag
Shimano Sahara 500 FI
Spinning
44.20 out of 100
Value for money2.5 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability3 out of 10
Ergonomics6.42 out of 10
Gear ratio6.2:1
Maximum drag2.5kg / 5.52 lbs
Weight175g / 6.17oz
Line retireve per crank69cm / 27.17 inch
Ball bearings4 S SUS + 1 Rollerbearing

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €62.00
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size500
  • Handle typeHandle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/m: 0.20/110 lb/yds: 2/190. 4/100, 6/60

Conclusion

Daiwa 24 SALTIGA L clearly outshines Shimano Sahara 500 FI, offering significantly better performance in durability (9.5 out of 10) and line retrieve per crank (103 centimeter / 40551 inch). While Shimano Sahara 500 FI may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa 24 SALTIGA L is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Daiwa 24 SALTIGA L and Shimano Sahara 500 FI?

Daiwa 24 SALTIGA L

  • A drag score of 6.03 out of 10 (10kg / 22,05lbs) means you’re covered for most average carp battles without overthinking it
  • With a high retrieve rate of 9.53 out of 10 (103 centimeter / 40551 inch), this reel is built for quick line recovery
  • Ready for saltwater, great for any multireels adventure.

Shimano Sahara 500 FI

  • A fast gear ratio of 10 out of 10 (6.2:1), means the reel is built for speed and it's perfect for active retrieves, and quick follow ups