Shimano Sahara FJ 1000X vs Daiwa 22 SILVERCREEK MQ LT 2500 S-XHX

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
Daiwa 22 SILVERCREEK MQ LT, 2500 S-XH, left and right hand, Forellen Spinning fishing reel, Front Drag, 10307-201
Daiwa 22 SILVERCREEK MQ LT
Spinning
84.40 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classGood
Durability4.66 out of 10
Ergonomics6.35 out of 10
Gear ratio6.2:1
Maximum drag5kg / 11.02lbs
Weight195g / 6.88oz
Line retireve per crank87 centimeter / 34.25 inch
Ball bearings6

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDAIWA
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €199.33
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size2500 S-XH
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.16/150

Conclusion

Daiwa 22 SILVERCREEK MQ LT 2500 S-XHX clearly outshines Shimano Sahara FJ 1000X, offering significantly better performance in line retrieve per crank (87 centimeter / 34.25 inch) and gear ratio (6.2:1). While Shimano Sahara FJ 1000X may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa 22 SILVERCREEK MQ LT 2500 S-XHX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Shimano Sahara FJ and Daiwa 22 SILVERCREEK MQ LT?

Shimano Sahara FJ 1000X

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

Daiwa 22 SILVERCREEK MQ LT 2500 S-XHX

  • 8.2 out of 10 (87 centimeter / 34.25 inch) in line retrieve, means it picks up line fast, very handy when chasing quick fish