Shimano Sahara 1000 R vs Daiwa 23 MATCHMAN 4000X

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

Daiwa 23 MATCHMAN

Spinning

52.30 out of 100

Value for money3 out of 5

Quality classLow

Durability2.99 out of 10

Ergonomics4 out of 10

Gear ratio5.3:1

Maximum drag6kg / 13.23lbs

Weight435g / 15.34oz

Line retireve per crank95 centimeter / 37.4 inch

Ball bearings3

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €49.33
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size4000
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.33/250

Conclusion

Daiwa 23 MATCHMAN 4000X clearly outshines Shimano Sahara 1000 R, offering significantly better performance in line retrieve per crank (95 centimeter / 37.4 inch) and maximum drag (6kg / 13,23lbs). While Shimano Sahara 1000 R may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa 23 MATCHMAN 4000X is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Shimano Sahara 1000 R and Daiwa 23 MATCHMAN?

Daiwa 23 MATCHMAN 4000X

For 8 out of 10 (6kg / 13,23lbs) in drag score, the reel holds up well when you're battling strong fish or fishing near heavy cover
A high retrieve rate of 9 out of 10 (95 centimeter / 37.4 inch), means the reel is made just for speed, perfect for speed fishing or covering water quickly