Shimano Sahara 4000 R vs Daiwa 23 EXCELER LT 1000DX

Shimano Sahara 4000 R, Spinning reel with rear drag
Shimano Sahara 4000 R
Spinning
42.30 out of 100
Value for money2.5 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability3 out of 10
Ergonomics2 out of 10
Gear ratio5.1:1
Maximum drag3 kg / 6.61 lbs
Weight335g / 11.82oz
Line retireve per crank82cm / 32.28 inch
Ball bearings3 S SUS + 1 Rollerbearing

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €50.33
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size4000
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeRead drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/m: 0.25/260. 0.30/180, 0.35/130
Daiwa 23 EXCELER LT, 1000D, left and right hand, Spinning Reel, Front Drag, 10336-100
Daiwa 23 EXCELER LT
Spinning
56.60 out of 100
Value for money2.5 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability3 out of 10
Ergonomics6.42 out of 10
Gear ratio5.2:1
Maximum drag5kg / 11.02lbs
Weight175g / 6.17oz
Line retireve per crank64 centimeter / 25.2 inch
Ball bearings5

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDAIWA
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €73.33
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size1000D
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.2/150

Conclusion

Daiwa 23 EXCELER LT 1000DX clearly outshines Shimano Sahara 4000 R, offering significantly better performance in weight (175g / 6,17oz) and ergonomics (6.42 out of 10). While Shimano Sahara 4000 R may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa 23 EXCELER LT 1000DX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Shimano Sahara 4000 R and Daiwa 23 EXCELER LT?

Shimano Sahara 4000 R

  • 6.71 out of 10 (82cm / 32.28 inch) in line retrieve, means the reel delivers a steady and reliable retrieve which is ideal for most everyday techniques