Shimano Sahara 4000 R vs Shimano Stella FK 2500X

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

Shimano Stella FK
Spinning
93.80 out of 100
Value for money3.5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics6.3 out of 10
Gear ratio5.1:1
Maximum drag9kg / 19.84lbs
Weight210g / 7.41oz
Line retireve per crank75 centimeter / 29.53 inch
Ball bearings12+1
Technical Specifications
- BrandSHIMANO
- The main category of the reelSpinning
- Price range~ €593.33
- Is saltwater resistantYes
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size2500
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 160/0.16
Conclusion
Shimano Stella FK 2500X clearly outshines Shimano Sahara 4000 R, offering significantly better performance in durability (9.5 out of 10) and total score (9.38 out of 10). While Shimano Sahara 4000 R may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano Stella FK 2500X is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.
What's the difference between Shimano Sahara 4000 R and Shimano Stella FK?
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
Shimano Stella FK 2500X
- With a score like 8.6 out of 10 (210g / 7,41oz), 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.
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