Shimano Sahara 2500 DH R vs Daiwa 24 LUVIAS LT 4000DX

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 LUVIAS LT

Spinning

89.50 out of 100

Value for money4.5 out of 5

Quality classExcellent

Durability5.53 out of 10

Ergonomics6.27 out of 10

Gear ratio5.2:1

Maximum drag12kg / 26.46lbs

Weight220g / 7.76oz

Line retireve per crank82 centimeter / 32.28 inch

Ball bearings9

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €339.33
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size4000D
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.37/150

Conclusion

Daiwa 24 LUVIAS LT 4000DX clearly outshines Shimano Sahara 2500 DH R, offering significantly better performance in maximum drag (12kg / 26,46lbs) and total score (8.95 out of 10). While Shimano Sahara 2500 DH R may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa 24 LUVIAS LT 4000DX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Shimano Sahara 2500 DH R and Daiwa 24 LUVIAS LT?

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 LUVIAS LT 4000DX

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 8.53 out of 10 (220g / 7,76oz), the reel feels light in the hand.. ideal for active techniques like twitching, jigging, or topwater.