Shimano Sahara 2500 DH R vs Daiwa 23 NINJA LT 2000 / JB4 0.13MM YELOW 2000X

Shimano Sahara 2500 DH R

Spinning

29.70 out of 100

Value for money2.5 out of 5

Quality classLow

Durability2.99 out of 10

Ergonomics2 out of 10

Gear ratio5.2:1

Maximum drag2kg / 4.41 lbs

Weight320g / 11.29oz

Line retireve per crank76cm / 29.92 inch

Ball bearings3 S SUS + 1 Rollerbearing

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €49.33
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size2500 DH
Handle typeDouble handle
Drag typeRead drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/m: 0.18/290. 0.20/240, 0.25/160

Daiwa 23 NINJA LT 2000 / JB4 0.13MM YELOW

Spinning

2000x

55.00 out of 100

Value for money2.5 out of 5

Quality classLow

Durability3 out of 10

Ergonomics6.3 out of 10

Gear ratio5.2:1

Maximum drag5kg / 11.02lbs

Weight210g / 7.41oz

Line retireve per crank68 centimeter / 26.77 inch

Ball bearings4

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €57.33
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size2000
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.16/150

Conclusion

Daiwa 23 NINJA LT 2000 / JB4 0.13MM YELOW 2000X clearly outshines Shimano Sahara 2500 DH R, offering significantly better performance in weight (210g / 7,41oz) and ergonomics (6.3 out of 10). While Shimano Sahara 2500 DH R may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa 23 NINJA LT 2000 / JB4 0.13MM YELOW 2000X is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Shimano Sahara 2500 DH R and Daiwa 23 NINJA LT 2000 / JB4 0.13MM YELOW?

Shimano Sahara 2500 DH R

When it comes to retrieve speed, a score of 5.86 out of 10 (76cm / 29.92 inch) means slower line pickup, great when you need more control for slower fishing styles

Daiwa 23 NINJA LT 2000 / JB4 0.13MM YELOW 2000X

A drag rating of 6.38 out of 10 (5kg / 11,02lbs) gives you steady control and it's perfect for most freshwater fish and light saltwater action
With a score like 8.6 out of 10 (210g / 7,41oz), the reel feels light in the hand.. ideal for active techniques like twitching, jigging, or topwater.