Shimano Sahara FJ 2500X vs Daiwa Sweepfire E 3500C - Spinning reel with front drag

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 Sweepfire E 3500C - Spinning reel with front drag
Spinning
42.60 out of 100
Value for money3.5 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability2.5 out of 10
Ergonomics4 out of 10
Gear ratio5.3:1
Maximum drag-
Weight370g / 13.05oz
Line retireve per crank92cm / 36.22 inch
Ball bearings1
Technical Specifications
- BrandDAIWA
- The main category of the reelSpinning
- Price range~ €17.33
- Is saltwater resistantNo
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size3500
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofil0.30mm/220m
Conclusion
Shimano Sahara FJ 2500X clearly outshines Daiwa Sweepfire E 3500C - Spinning reel with front drag, offering significantly better performance in maximum drag (9kg / 19,84lbs) and ball bearings (4+1). While Daiwa Sweepfire E 3500C - Spinning reel with front drag may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano Sahara FJ 2500X is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.
What's the difference between Shimano Sahara FJ and Daiwa Sweepfire E 3500C - Spinning reel with front drag?
Shimano Sahara FJ 2500X
- With a great drag score 9.2 out of 10 (9kg / 19,84lbs), the reel is built to handle big fish confidently.. whatever the setting, freshwater or inshore salt
- 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.
- Landing a score of 8 out of 10 (4+1) in bearings, it feels smooth and controlled. Great when you're fishing actively and want consistency
- Saltwater-safe design makes it perfect for spinning conditions.
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