Shimano Sahara 2500 DH R vs Daiwa 24 CERTATE(G) 4000D-CX

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 24 CERTATE(G)

Spinning

90.10 out of 100

Value for money4 out of 5

Quality classExcellent

Durability5.59 out of 10

Ergonomics6.22 out of 10

Gear ratio5.2:1

Maximum drag12kg / 26.46lbs

Weight235g / 8.29oz

Line retireve per crank82 centimeter / 32.28 inch

Ball bearings10

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €421.33
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size4000D-C
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.37/150

Conclusion

Daiwa 24 CERTATE(G) 4000D-CX clearly outshines Shimano Sahara 2500 DH R, offering significantly better performance in maximum drag (12kg / 26,46lbs) and total score (9.01 out of 10). While Shimano Sahara 2500 DH R may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa 24 CERTATE(G) 4000D-CX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Shimano Sahara 2500 DH R and Daiwa 24 CERTATE(G)?

Shimano Sahara 2500 DH R

The reel scores 7 out of 10 (3 S SUS + 1 Rollerbearing) in bearings, offering smooth performance for regular use with no issues

Daiwa 24 CERTATE(G) 4000D-CX

With a great drag score 10 out of 10 (12kg / 26,46lbs), the reel is built to handle big fish confidently.. whatever the setting, freshwater or inshore salt
With a score like 8.43 out of 10 (235g / 8,29oz), the reel feels light in the hand.. ideal for active techniques like twitching, jigging, or topwater.