Delphin ELIXIR 4000X vs Shimano Sahara 1000 R

Delphin ELIXIR

Spinning

52.80 out of 100

Value for money4 out of 5

Quality classLow

Durability2.5 out of 10

Ergonomics6.1 out of 10

Gear ratio5.0:1

Maximum drag-

Weight270g / 9.52oz

Line retireve per crank-

Ball bearings3+1

Technical Specifications

BrandDELPHIN
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €19.95
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size4000
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.18/375

Shimano Sahara 1000 R

Spinning

36.20 out of 100

Value for money2.5 out of 5

Quality classLow

Durability2.94 out of 10

Ergonomics4.15 out of 10

Gear ratio5.2:1

Maximum drag2kg / 4.41 lbs

Weight255g / 9.00oz

Line retireve per crank69cm / 27.17 inch

Ball bearings3 S SUS + 1 Rollerbearing

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €46.33
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size1000
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeRead drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/m: 0.18/170. 0.20/140, 0.25/90

Conclusion

Delphin ELIXIR 4000X clearly outshines Shimano Sahara 1000 R, offering significantly better performance in ergonomics (6.1 out of 10) and total score (5.28 out of 10). While Shimano Sahara 1000 R may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Delphin ELIXIR 4000X is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.