Shimano Sahara 500 FI vs Daiwa 23 MATCHMAN 4000X

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 MATCHMAN

Spinning

52.30 out of 100

Value for money3 out of 5

Quality classLow

Durability2.99 out of 10

Ergonomics4 out of 10

Gear ratio5.3:1

Maximum drag6kg / 13.23lbs

Weight435g / 15.34oz

Line retireve per crank95 centimeter / 37.4 inch

Ball bearings3

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €49.33
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size4000
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.33/250

Conclusion

Daiwa 23 MATCHMAN 4000X clearly outshines Shimano Sahara 500 FI, offering significantly better performance in line retrieve per crank (95 centimeter / 37.4 inch) and maximum drag (6kg / 13,23lbs). While Shimano Sahara 500 FI may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa 23 MATCHMAN 4000X is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

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

Daiwa 23 MATCHMAN 4000X

For 8 out of 10 (6kg / 13,23lbs) in drag score, the reel holds up well when you're battling strong fish or fishing near heavy cover
A high retrieve rate of 9 out of 10 (95 centimeter / 37.4 inch), means the reel is made just for speed, perfect for speed fishing or covering water quickly