Shimano 21 Sahara FJ 2500SHGFJX vs Daiwa 23 LEXA LT 4000-CXHX

Shimano 21 Sahara FJ

Spinning

64.90 out of 100

Value for money3 out of 5

Quality classLow

Durability3 out of 10

Ergonomics6.2 out of 10

Gear ratio6.2:1

Maximum drag4kg / 8.82lbs

Weight240g / 8.47oz

Line retireve per crank91 centimeter / 35.83 inch

Ball bearings5

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €63.33
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size2500SHGFJ
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.18/120

Daiwa 23 LEXA LT

Spinning

89.60 out of 100

Value for money4.5 out of 5

Quality classGood

Durability4.55 out of 10

Ergonomics6.1 out of 10

Gear ratio6.2:1

Maximum drag12kg / 26.46lbs

Weight270g / 9.52oz

Line retireve per crank99 centimeter / 38.98 inch

Ball bearings5

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €167.33
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size4000-CXH
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.28/150

Conclusion

Daiwa 23 LEXA LT 4000-CXHX clearly outshines Shimano 21 Sahara FJ 2500SHGFJX, offering significantly better performance in maximum drag (12kg / 26,46lbs) and total score (8.96 out of 10). While Shimano 21 Sahara FJ 2500SHGFJX may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa 23 LEXA LT 4000-CXHX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.