Shimano Sahara 4000 R vs Daiwa GS LTD 4000X

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 GS LTD, 4000, left and right hand, Spinning fishing reel, front drag, 10501-405
Daiwa GS LTD
Spinning
51.10 out of 100
Value for money3.5 out of 5
Quality classMedium
Durability3.67 out of 10
Ergonomics4 out of 10
Gear ratio4.9:1
Maximum drag0lbs
Weight400g / 14.11oz
Line retireve per crank87 centimeter / 34.25 inch
Ball bearings4

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDAIWA
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €84.33
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size4000
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.3/270

Conclusion

Daiwa GS LTD 4000X clearly outshines Shimano Sahara 4000 R, offering significantly better performance in line retrieve per crank (87 centimeter / 34.25 inch) and total score (5.11 out of 10). While Shimano Sahara 4000 R may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa GS LTD 4000X is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Shimano Sahara 4000 R and Daiwa GS LTD?

Shimano Sahara 4000 R

  • Designed with a light drag at 5 out of 10 (3 kg / 6.61 lbs), the reel is perfect when you're going after small fish or using ultralight setups