Shimano Sahara 500 FI vs Daiwa 23 NINJA MATCH & FEEDER LT 3000-CX

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 23 NINJA MATCH & FEEDER LT

Feeder And Match

63.10 out of 100

Value for money3 out of 5

Quality classLow

Durability3 out of 10

Ergonomics6.06 out of 10

Gear ratio5.3:1

Maximum drag10kg / 22.05lbs

Weight260g / 9.17oz

Line retireve per crank80 centimeter / 31.5 inch

Ball bearings4

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelFeeder and match
Price range~ €61.33
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size3000-C
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.23/150

Conclusion

Daiwa 23 NINJA MATCH & FEEDER LT 3000-CX clearly outshines Shimano Sahara 500 FI, offering significantly better performance in maximum drag (10kg / 22,05lbs) and line retrieve per crank (80 centimeter / 31.5 inch). While Shimano Sahara 500 FI may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa 23 NINJA MATCH & FEEDER LT 3000-CX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Shimano Sahara 500 FI and Daiwa 23 NINJA MATCH & FEEDER LT?

Daiwa 23 NINJA MATCH & FEEDER LT 3000-CX

With a maximum drag of 10 out of 10 (10kg / 22,05lbs), this reel offers excellent stopping power, giving fishermen the confidence to handle pressure situations with ease
This reel provides steady retrieval 80 centimeter / 31.5 inch (6.43 out of 10), good enough for most feeder and match scenarios