Shimano Sahara 500 FI vs Daiwa 23 Revros LT 4000-CXHX

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 Revros LT

Spinning

71.00 out of 100

Value for money3 out of 5

Quality classLow

Durability3 out of 10

Ergonomics6.1 out of 10

Gear ratio6.2:1

Maximum drag12kg / 26.46lbs

Weight270g / 9.52oz

Line retireve per crank99 centimeter / 38.98 inch

Ball bearings4

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €62.33
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size4000-CXH
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.28/150

Conclusion

Daiwa 23 Revros LT 4000-CXHX clearly outshines Shimano Sahara 500 FI, offering significantly better performance in maximum drag (12kg / 26,46lbs) and line retrieve per crank (99 centimeter / 38.98 inch). While Shimano Sahara 500 FI may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa 23 Revros LT 4000-CXHX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

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

Daiwa 23 Revros LT 4000-CXHX

With a great drag score 10 out of 10 (12kg / 26,46lbs), the reel is built to handle big fish confidently.. whatever the setting, freshwater or inshore salt
A high retrieve rate of 9.4 out of 10 (99 centimeter / 38.98 inch), means the reel is made just for speed, perfect for speed fishing or covering water quickly