Shimano Sahara 500 FI vs Daiwa 18 TDR Match and Feeder QD 3012X

The selected categories are different, score metrics vary from category to another.

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 TDR Match and Feeder QD

Feeder And Match

95.00 out of 100

Value for money5 out of 5

Quality classExcellent

Durability5.5 out of 10

Ergonomics5.93 out of 10

Gear ratio4.7:1

Maximum drag12kg / 26.46lbs

Weight305g / 10.76oz

Line retireve per crank79 centimeter / 31.1 inch

Ball bearings8

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelFeeder and match
Price range~ €189.00
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size3012
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.28/150

Conclusion

Daiwa 18 TDR Match and Feeder QD 3012X clearly outshines Shimano Sahara 500 FI, offering significantly better performance in maximum drag (12kg / 26,46lbs) and total score (9.5 out of 10). While Shimano Sahara 500 FI may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa 18 TDR Match and Feeder QD 3012X is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Shimano Sahara 500 FI and Daiwa 18 TDR Match and Feeder QD?

Daiwa 18 TDR Match and Feeder QD 3012X

With a maximum drag of 10 out of 10 (12kg / 26,46lbs), this reel offers excellent stopping power, giving fishermen the confidence to handle pressure situations with ease
This reel provides steady retrieval 79 centimeter / 31.1 inch (6.29 out of 10), good enough for most feeder and match scenarios