Shimano Sahara 2500 R vs Daiwa Ninja LT 2500DX

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 Ninja LT

Spinning

63.20 out of 100

Value for money3.5 out of 5

Quality classLow

Durability2.87 out of 10

Ergonomics6.27 out of 10

Gear ratio5.3:1

Maximum drag12kg / 26.46lbs

Weight220g / 7.76oz

Line retireve per crank75 centimeter / 29.53 inch

Ball bearings4

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €42.00
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size2500D
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.28/150

Conclusion

Daiwa Ninja LT 2500DX clearly outshines Shimano Sahara 2500 R, offering significantly better performance in maximum drag (12kg / 26,46lbs) and total score (6.32 out of 10). While Shimano Sahara 2500 R may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa Ninja LT 2500DX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Shimano Sahara 2500 R and Daiwa Ninja LT?

Daiwa Ninja LT 2500DX

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