Shimano 21 Nexave FI 5000 HGX vs Shimano Sahara 4000 DH R

Shimano 21 Nexave FI
Spinning
60.40 out of 100
Value for money3 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability2.91 out of 10
Ergonomics4 out of 10
Gear ratio5.8:1
Maximum drag11kg / 24.25lbs
Weight305g / 10.76oz
Line retireve per crank98 centimeter / 38.58 inch
Ball bearings4
Technical Specifications
- BrandSHIMANO
- The main category of the reelSpinning
- Price range~ €44.33
- Is saltwater resistantNo
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size5000 HG
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.35/175

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
Shimano 21 Nexave FI 5000 HGX clearly outshines Shimano Sahara 4000 DH R, offering significantly better performance in maximum drag (11kg / 24,25lbs) and total score (6.04 out of 10). While Shimano Sahara 4000 DH R may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano 21 Nexave FI 5000 HGX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.
What's the difference between Shimano 21 Nexave FI and Shimano Sahara 4000 DH R?
Shimano 21 Nexave FI 5000 HGX
- With a great drag score 10 out of 10 (11kg / 24,25lbs), the reel is built to handle big fish confidently.. whatever the setting, freshwater or inshore salt
- Decent value at €44.33, it covers the basics, making it a great option for beginners or casual spinning setups
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