Shimano Catana FE 4000 HGX vs Shimano Sahara 1000 R

Shimano Catana FE

Spinning

53.70 out of 100

Value for money3.5 out of 5

Quality classLow

Durability2.74 out of 10

Ergonomics4 out of 10

Gear ratio5.8:1

Maximum drag8.5kg / 18,74lbs

Weight320g / 11.29oz

Line retireve per crank93 centimeter / 36.61 inch

Ball bearings3+1

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €34.33
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size4000 HG
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.3/180

Shimano Sahara 1000 R

Spinning

36.20 out of 100

Value for money2.5 out of 5

Quality classLow

Durability2.94 out of 10

Ergonomics4.15 out of 10

Gear ratio5.2:1

Maximum drag2kg / 4.41 lbs

Weight255g / 9.00oz

Line retireve per crank69cm / 27.17 inch

Ball bearings3 S SUS + 1 Rollerbearing

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €46.33
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size1000
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeRead drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/m: 0.18/170. 0.20/140, 0.25/90

Conclusion

Shimano Catana FE 4000 HGX clearly outshines Shimano Sahara 1000 R, offering significantly better performance in line retrieve per crank (93 centimeter / 36.61 inch) and maximum drag (8,5kg / 18,74lbs). While Shimano Sahara 1000 R may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano Catana FE 4000 HGX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Shimano Catana FE and Shimano Sahara 1000 R?

Shimano Catana FE 4000 HGX

A drag rating of 6.38 out of 10 (8,5kg / 18,74lbs) gives you steady control and it's perfect for most freshwater fish and light saltwater action
8.8 out of 10 (93 centimeter / 36.61 inch) in line retrieve, means it picks up line fast, very handy when chasing quick fish