Shimano Sahara 2500 R vs Daiwa 19 Certate 2500-XHX

Shimano Sahara 2500 R

Spinning

38.50 out of 100

Value for money2.5 out of 5

Quality classLow

Durability2.96 out of 10

Ergonomics4.08 out of 10

Gear ratio5.2:1

Maximum drag2kg / 4.41 lbs

Weight275g / 9.70oz

Line retireve per crank76cm / 29.92 inch

Ball bearings3 S SUS + 1 Rollerbearing

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €47.33
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size2500
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeRead drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/m: 0.18/290. 0.20/240, 0.25/160

Daiwa 19 Certate

Spinning

95.00 out of 100

Value for money4.5 out of 5

Quality classExcellent

Durability9.5 out of 10

Ergonomics6.32 out of 10

Gear ratio6.2:1

Maximum drag-

Weight205g / 7.23oz

Line retireve per crank87 centimeter / 34.25 inch

Ball bearings10

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €379.00
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel size2500-XH
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.2/150

Conclusion

Daiwa 19 Certate 2500-XHX clearly outshines Shimano Sahara 2500 R, offering significantly better performance in durability (9.5 out of 10) and total score (9.5 out of 10). While Shimano Sahara 2500 R may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa 19 Certate 2500-XHX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.