Shimano Sahara 500 FI vs Daiwa 23 EXCELER LT 2500X

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 23 EXCELER LT

Spinning

64.50 out of 100

Value for money2.5 out of 5

Quality classLow

Durability3 out of 10

Ergonomics6.35 out of 10

Gear ratio5.3:1

Maximum drag10kg / 22.05lbs

Weight195g / 6.88oz

Line retireve per crank75 centimeter / 29.53 inch

Ball bearings5

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €78.33
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size2500
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.2/150

Conclusion

Daiwa 23 EXCELER LT 2500X clearly outshines Shimano Sahara 500 FI, offering significantly better performance in maximum drag (10kg / 22,05lbs) and total score (6.45 out of 10). While Shimano Sahara 500 FI may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa 23 EXCELER LT 2500X is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Shimano Sahara 500 FI and Daiwa 23 EXCELER LT?

Daiwa 23 EXCELER LT 2500X

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
When it comes to retrieve speed, a score of 5.71 out of 10 (75 centimeter / 29.53 inch) means slower line pickup, great when you need more control for slower fishing styles