Shimano 21 TwinPower SW 6000X vs Shimano Sahara 2500 DH R
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Shimano 21 TwinPower SW
Seafishing
88.20 out of 100
Value for money4.5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics5.79 out of 10
Gear ratio4:6:1
Maximum drag13kg / 28.66lbs
Weight425g / 14.99oz
Line retireve per crank83 centimeter / 32.68 inch
Ball bearings11
Technical Specifications
- BrandSHIMANO
- The main category of the reelSeafishing
- Price range~ €435.33
- Is saltwater resistantYes
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size6000
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 190/0.19

Shimano Sahara 2500 DH R
Spinning
29.70 out of 100
Value for money2.5 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability2.99 out of 10
Ergonomics2 out of 10
Gear ratio5.2:1
Maximum drag2kg / 4.41 lbs
Weight320g / 11.29oz
Line retireve per crank76cm / 29.92 inch
Ball bearings3 S SUS + 1 Rollerbearing
Technical Specifications
- BrandSHIMANO
- The main category of the reelSpinning
- Price range~ €49.33
- Is saltwater resistantNo
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size2500 DH
- Handle typeDouble handle
- Drag typeRead drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/m: 0.18/290. 0.20/240, 0.25/160
Conclusion
Shimano 21 TwinPower SW 6000X clearly outshines Shimano Sahara 2500 DH R, offering significantly better performance in durability (9.5 out of 10) and total score (8.82 out of 10). While Shimano Sahara 2500 DH R may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano 21 TwinPower SW 6000X is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.
What's the difference between Shimano 21 TwinPower SW and Shimano Sahara 2500 DH R?
Shimano 21 TwinPower SW 6000X
- A drag score of 6.22 out of 10 (13kg / 28,66lbs) provides solid stopping power for typical inshore or light offshore fishing
- Scoring 8.79 out of 10 (425g / 14,99oz), this reel is lighter than expected for a saltwater model, which helps on long sessions without extra strain
- Built tough for the salt, ideal for seafishing.
Shimano Sahara 2500 DH R
- The reel scores 7 out of 10 (3 S SUS + 1 Rollerbearing) in bearings, offering smooth performance for regular use with no issues
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