Shimano Sahara 4000 R vs Daiwa Certate LT 19 5000D-XHX

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 Certate LT 19

Spinning

5000d-xhx

95.00 out of 100

Value for money4 out of 5

Quality classExcellent

Durability9.5 out of 10

Ergonomics6.02 out of 10

Gear ratio6.2:1

Maximum drag12kg / 26lbs

Weight295g / 10oz

Line retireve per crank76 centimeter / 29 inch

Ball bearings10

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €409.00
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel size5000D-XH
Handle type-
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientation-
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.4/150

Conclusion

Daiwa Certate LT 19 5000D-XHX clearly outshines Shimano Sahara 4000 R, offering significantly better performance in durability (9.5 out of 10) and total score (9.5 out of 10). While Shimano Sahara 4000 R may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa Certate LT 19 5000D-XHX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Shimano Sahara 4000 R and Daiwa Certate LT 19?

Shimano Sahara 4000 R

The reel scores 7 out of 10 (3 S SUS + 1 Rollerbearing) in bearings, offering smooth performance for regular use with no issues

Daiwa Certate LT 19 5000D-XHX

With a score like 8.03 out of 10 (295g / 10oz), the reel feels light in the hand.. ideal for active techniques like twitching, jigging, or topwater.
Saltwater-safe design makes it perfect for spinning conditions.