Shimano Sahara 500 FI vs Daiwa 18 Prorex X LT 4000-CX

Shimano Sahara 500 FI
Spinning
44.20 out of 100
Value for money2.5 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability3 out of 10
Ergonomics6.42 out of 10
Gear ratio6.2:1
Maximum drag2.5kg / 5.52 lbs
Weight175g / 6.17oz
Line retireve per crank69cm / 27.17 inch
Ball bearings4 S SUS + 1 Rollerbearing
Technical Specifications
- BrandSHIMANO
- The main category of the reelSpinning
- Price range~ €62.00
- Is saltwater resistantNo
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size500
- Handle typeHandle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/m: 0.20/110 lb/yds: 2/190. 4/100, 6/60

Daiwa 18 Prorex X LT
Spinning
65.40 out of 100
Value for money2.5 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability3 out of 10
Ergonomics6.15 out of 10
Gear ratio5.2:1
Maximum drag12kg / 26.46lbs
Weight255g / 8.99oz
Line retireve per crank82 centimeter / 32.28 inch
Ball bearings5
Technical Specifications
- BrandDAIWA
- The main category of the reelSpinning
- Price range~ €75.30
- Is saltwater resistantNo
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size4000-C
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.28/150
Conclusion
Daiwa 18 Prorex X LT 4000-CX clearly outshines Shimano Sahara 500 FI, offering significantly better performance in maximum drag (12kg / 26,46lbs) and line retrieve per crank (82 centimeter / 32.28 inch). While Shimano Sahara 500 FI may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa 18 Prorex X LT 4000-CX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.
What's the difference between Shimano Sahara 500 FI and Daiwa 18 Prorex X LT?
Daiwa 18 Prorex X LT 4000-CX
- 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
- 6.71 out of 10 (82 centimeter / 32.28 inch) in line retrieve, means the reel delivers a steady and reliable retrieve which is ideal for most everyday techniques
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