Shimano Sahara 2500 R vs Daiwa 21 PROREX MQ LT 2000X

Shimano Sahara 2500 R, Spinning reel with rear drag
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 PROREX MQ LT, 2000, left and right hand, Spinning Fishing Reel, Front Drag, 10610-200
Daiwa 21 PROREX MQ LT
Spinning
78.50 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classGood
Durability4.63 out of 10
Ergonomics6.42 out of 10
Gear ratio5.1:1
Maximum drag10kg / 22.05lbs
Weight175g / 6.17oz
Line retireve per crank67 centimeter / 26.38 inch
Ball bearings6

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDAIWA
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €189.33
  • 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 21 PROREX MQ LT 2000X clearly outshines Shimano Sahara 2500 R, offering significantly better performance in maximum drag (10kg / 22,05lbs) and total score (7.85 out of 10). While Shimano Sahara 2500 R may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa 21 PROREX MQ LT 2000X is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Shimano Sahara 2500 R and Daiwa 21 PROREX MQ LT?

Shimano Sahara 2500 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 21 PROREX MQ LT 2000X

  • With a great drag score 9.6 out of 10 (10kg / 22,05lbs), the reel is built to handle big fish confidently.. whatever the setting, freshwater or inshore salt