Shimano Sahara 1000 R vs Daiwa BG MQ 2500-HX

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

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 BG MQ

Seafishing

56.60 out of 100

Value for money4 out of 5

Quality classMedium

Durability4 out of 10

Ergonomics6.06 out of 10

Gear ratio5.7:1

Maximum drag10kg / 22.05lbs

Weight235g / 8.29oz

Line retireve per crank80 centimeter / 31.5 inch

Ball bearings6

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelSeafishing
Price range~ €149.33
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size2500-H
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.28/150

Conclusion

Daiwa BG MQ 2500-HX clearly outshines Shimano Sahara 1000 R, offering significantly better performance in line retrieve per crank (80 centimeter / 31.5 inch) and total score (5.66 out of 10). While Shimano Sahara 1000 R may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa BG MQ 2500-HX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Shimano Sahara 1000 R and Daiwa BG MQ?

Shimano Sahara 1000 R

The reel brings in line quickly with its 8 out of 10 (5.2:1) rating, making it a great fit for power fishing

Daiwa BG MQ 2500-HX

At 5 out of 10 (10kg / 22,05lbs), the drag is on the lighter side—suitable for smaller saltwater species or finesse-style presentations
A line retrieval (per crank) of 80 centimeter / 31.5 inch helps bringing in line quickly, making it great for repositioning or working topwater baits