Daiwa Nzon Distance 25 vs Shimano Sahara 500 FI

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Daiwa Nzon Distance 25, left and right hand, Feeder Fishing Reel, Front Drag, 10133-325
Daiwa Nzon Distance 25
Feeder And Match
52.20 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classMedium
Durability3.64 out of 10
Ergonomics3.8 out of 10
Gear ratio4.6:1
Maximum drag9kg / 19.84lbs
Weight530g / 18.7oz
Line retireve per crank92 centimeter / 36.22 inch
Ball bearings1

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDAIWA
  • The main category of the reelFeeder and match
  • Price range~ €78.33
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size-
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.28/150
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 Nzon Distance 25 clearly outshines Shimano Sahara 500 FI, offering significantly better performance in maximum drag (9kg / 19,84lbs) and line retrieve per crank (92 centimeter / 36.22 inch). While Shimano Sahara 500 FI may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa Nzon Distance 25 is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Daiwa Nzon Distance 25 and Shimano Sahara 500 FI?

Daiwa Nzon Distance 25

  • With a maximum drag of 10 out of 10 (9kg / 19,84lbs), this reel offers excellent stopping power, giving fishermen the confidence to handle pressure situations with ease
  • A line retrieve score of 8.7 out of 10 92 centimeter / 36.22 inch), this reel offers quick and smooth line pickup, ideal for keeping up during active feeder sessions

Shimano Sahara 500 FI

  • With a score like 8.83 out of 10 (175g / 6.17oz), the reel feels light in the hand.. ideal for active techniques like twitching, jigging, or topwater.
  • Landing a score of 8 out of 10 (4 S SUS + 1 Rollerbearing) in bearings, it feels smooth and controlled. Great when you're fishing actively and want consistency
Daiwa Nzon Distance 25 vs Shimano Sahara 500 FI - Fishingbenchmark