Delphin ELIXIR 4000X vs Shimano Sahara 4000 DH 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 4000 DH R
Spinning
29.20 out of 100
Value for money2 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability3 out of 10
Ergonomics2 out of 10
Gear ratio5.1:1
Maximum drag2kg / 4.41 lbs
Weight375g / 13.23oz
Line retireve per crank82cm / 32.28 inch
Ball bearings3 S SUS + 1 Rollerbearing
Technical Specifications
- BrandSHIMANO
- The main category of the reelSpinning
- Price range~ €53.33
- Is saltwater resistantNo
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size4000 DH
- Handle typeDouble handle
- Drag typeRead drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/m: 0.25/260. 0.30/180, 0.35/130
Conclusion
Delphin ELIXIR 4000X clearly outshines Shimano Sahara 4000 DH R, offering significantly better performance in weight (270g / 9,52oz) and ergonomics (6.1 out of 10). While Shimano Sahara 4000 DH R may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Delphin ELIXIR 4000X is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.
What's the difference between Delphin ELIXIR and Shimano Sahara 4000 DH R?
Delphin ELIXIR 4000X
- With a score like 8.2 out of 10 (270g / 9,52oz), the reel feels light in the hand.. ideal for active techniques like twitching, jigging, or topwater.
- Solid value at €19.95, reliable and great performance, it’s a smart choice for a variety of spinning fishing needs
Shimano Sahara 4000 DH R
- 6.71 out of 10 (82cm / 32.28 inch) in line retrieve, means the reel delivers a steady and reliable retrieve which is ideal for most everyday techniques
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