Shimano 21 Sahara FJ 2500SHGFJX vs Daiwa Sweepfire E 5000C - Spinning reel with front drag

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 Sweepfire E 5000C - Spinning reel with front drag
Spinning
18.40 out of 100
Value for money3 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability2.59 out of 10
Ergonomics4 out of 10
Gear ratio4.6:1
Maximum drag-
Weight630g / 22.22oz
Line retireve per crank99cm / 38.98 inch
Ball bearings1
Technical Specifications
- BrandDAIWA
- The main category of the reelSpinning
- Price range~ €25.33
- Is saltwater resistantNo
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size5000
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofil0.35mm/370m
Conclusion
Shimano 21 Sahara FJ 2500SHGFJX clearly outshines Daiwa Sweepfire E 5000C - Spinning reel with front drag, offering significantly better performance in gear ratio (6.2:1) and maximum drag (4kg / 8,82lbs). While Daiwa Sweepfire E 5000C - Spinning reel with front drag may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano 21 Sahara FJ 2500SHGFJX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.
What's the difference between Shimano 21 Sahara FJ and Daiwa Sweepfire E 5000C - Spinning reel with front drag?
Shimano 21 Sahara FJ 2500SHGFJX
- A fast gear ratio of 10 out of 10 (6.2:1), means the reel is built for speed and it's perfect for active retrieves, and quick follow ups
- Designed with a light drag at 5.69 out of 10 (4kg / 8,82lbs), the reel is perfect when you're going after small fish or using ultralight setups
- With a score like 8.4 out of 10 (240g / 8,47oz), the reel feels light in the hand.. ideal for active techniques like twitching, jigging, or topwater.
- Landing a score of 8 out of 10 (5) in bearings, it feels smooth and controlled. Great when you're fishing actively and want consistency
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