Shimano AERO XR 4000X vs Shimano Sahara FJ 1000X

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Shimano AERO XR, 4000, left and right hand, Feeder fishing reel, Front Drag, AEROXR4000
Shimano AERO XR
Feeder And Match
78.30 out of 100
Value for money4.5 out of 5
Quality classGood
Durability4.5 out of 10
Ergonomics6.1 out of 10
Gear ratio4.7
Maximum drag11kg / 24.25lbs
Weight245g / 8.64oz
Line retireve per crank75 centimeter / 29.53 inch
Ball bearings5+1

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelFeeder and match
  • Price range~ €121.33
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size4000
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.35/130
Shimano Sahara FJ, 1000, left and right hand, Spinning Fishing Reel, Front Drag, SH1000FJ
Shimano Sahara FJ
Spinning
57.00 out of 100
Value for money2.5 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability7 out of 10
Ergonomics6.32 out of 10
Gear ratio5.0:1
Maximum drag3kg / 6.61lbs
Weight205g / 7.23oz
Line retireve per crank66 centimeter / 25.98 inch
Ball bearings4+1

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €63.33
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size1000
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.18/170

Conclusion

Shimano AERO XR 4000X clearly outshines Shimano Sahara FJ 1000X, offering significantly better performance in maximum drag (11kg / 24,25lbs) and total score (7.83 out of 10). While Shimano Sahara FJ 1000X may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano AERO XR 4000X is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Shimano AERO XR and Shimano Sahara FJ?

Shimano AERO XR 4000X

  • With a line retrieve of 75 centimeter / 29.53 inch (5.71 out of 10), this reel retrieves slowly.. suitable for relaxed feeder fishing

Shimano Sahara FJ 1000X

  • Saltwater-safe design makes it perfect for spinning conditions.