Shimano Sahara 2500 R vs Daiwa 21 Luvias Airity 4000-CX

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 21 Luvias Airity

Spinning

84.90 out of 100

Value for money3.5 out of 5

Quality classExcellent

Durability5.63 out of 10

Ergonomics6.33 out of 10

Gear ratio5.2:1

Maximum drag-

Weight200g / 7.05oz

Line retireve per crank82 centimeter / 32.28 inch

Ball bearings11

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €484.00
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size4000-C
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.18/200

Conclusion

Daiwa 21 Luvias Airity 4000-CX clearly outshines Shimano Sahara 2500 R, offering significantly better performance in total score (8.49 out of 10) and durability (5.63 out of 10). While Shimano Sahara 2500 R may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa 21 Luvias Airity 4000-CX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.