Shimano Sahara FJ 2500X vs Daiwa 24 TANACOM S 500J (U)

The selected categories are different, score metrics vary from category to another.

Shimano Sahara FJ

Spinning

65.40 out of 100

Value for money3 out of 5

Quality classLow

Durability7 out of 10

Ergonomics6.2 out of 10

Gear ratio5.0:1

Maximum drag9kg / 19.84lbs

Weight240g / 8.47oz

Line retireve per crank73 centimeter / 28.74 inch

Ball bearings4+1

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €63.33
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel size2500
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.25/160

Daiwa 24 TANACOM S 500J (U)

Multireels

86.00 out of 100

Value for money4 out of 5

Quality classExcellent

Durability9.5 out of 10

Ergonomics3.8 out of 10

Gear ratio3.58:1

Maximum drag15kg / 33.07lbs

Weight800g / 28219oz

Line retireve per crank55 centimeter / 21654 inch

Ball bearings8

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelMultireels
Price range~ €599.33
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel size-
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeStar drag
Handle orientationRight
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.28/500

Conclusion

Daiwa 24 TANACOM S 500J (U) clearly outshines Shimano Sahara FJ 2500X, offering significantly better performance in durability (9.5 out of 10) and total score (8.6 out of 10). While Shimano Sahara FJ 2500X may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa 24 TANACOM S 500J (U) is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Shimano Sahara FJ and Daiwa 24 TANACOM S 500J (U)?

Shimano Sahara FJ 2500X

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.
When it comes to retrieve speed, a score of 5.43 out of 10 (73 centimeter / 28.74 inch) means slower line pickup, great when you need more control for slower fishing styles