Shimano Sahara 500 FI vs Daiwa 21 PROREX MQ LT 3000D-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 21 PROREX MQ LT
Spinning
82.70 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classGood
Durability4.62 out of 10
Ergonomics6.32 out of 10
Gear ratio5.2:1
Maximum drag10kg / 22.05lbs
Weight205g / 7.23oz
Line retireve per crank77 centimeter / 30.31 inch
Ball bearings6
Technical Specifications
- BrandDAIWA
- The main category of the reelSpinning
- Price range~ €185.33
- Is saltwater resistantNo
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size3000D-C
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.33/150
Conclusion
Daiwa 21 PROREX MQ LT 3000D-CX clearly outshines Shimano Sahara 500 FI, offering significantly better performance in maximum drag (10kg / 22,05lbs) and total score (8.27 out of 10). While Shimano Sahara 500 FI may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa 21 PROREX MQ LT 3000D-CX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.
What's the difference between Shimano Sahara 500 FI and Daiwa 21 PROREX MQ LT?
Daiwa 21 PROREX MQ LT 3000D-CX
- With a great drag score 9.6 out of 10 (10kg / 22,05lbs), the reel is built to handle big fish confidently.. whatever the setting, freshwater or inshore salt
- 6 out of 10 (77 centimeter / 30.31 inch) in line retrieve, means the reel delivers a steady and reliable retrieve which is ideal for most everyday techniques
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