Shimano Sahara 2500 R vs Daiwa 24 NZon Plus LT 5000S-CPX

The selected categories are different, score metrics vary from category to another.

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 24 NZon Plus LT

Feeder And Match

94.00 out of 100

Value for money5 out of 5

Quality classExcellent

Durability5.5 out of 10

Ergonomics5.97 out of 10

Gear ratio4.7:1

Maximum drag12kg / 26.46lbs

Weight290g / 10.23oz

Line retireve per crank79 centimeter / 31.1 inch

Ball bearings5

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelFeeder and match
Price range~ €177.33
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size5000S-CP
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.28/150

Conclusion

Daiwa 24 NZon Plus LT 5000S-CPX clearly outshines Shimano Sahara 2500 R, offering significantly better performance in maximum drag (12kg / 26,46lbs) and total score (9.4 out of 10). While Shimano Sahara 2500 R may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa 24 NZon Plus LT 5000S-CPX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Shimano Sahara 2500 R and Daiwa 24 NZon Plus LT?

Daiwa 24 NZon Plus LT 5000S-CPX

With a maximum drag of 10 out of 10 (12kg / 26,46lbs), this reel offers excellent stopping power, giving fishermen the confidence to handle pressure situations with ease