Shimano Sahara 500 FI vs Daiwa 24 REGAL LT 2000D-XH 2000D-XHX

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 24 REGAL LT 2000D-XH

Spinning

2000d-xhx

64.90 out of 100

Value for money2.5 out of 5

Quality classLow

Durability3 out of 10

Ergonomics6.38 out of 10

Gear ratio6.2:1

Maximum drag5kg / 11.02lbs

Weight185g / 6.53oz

Line retireve per crank81 centimeter / 31.89 inch

Ball bearings6

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €73.33
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size2000D-XH
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.23/150

Conclusion

Daiwa 24 REGAL LT 2000D-XH 2000D-XHX clearly outshines Shimano Sahara 500 FI, offering significantly better performance in maximum drag (5kg / 11,02lbs) and line retrieve per crank (81 centimeter / 31.89 inch). While Shimano Sahara 500 FI may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa 24 REGAL LT 2000D-XH 2000D-XHX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Shimano Sahara 500 FI and Daiwa 24 REGAL LT 2000D-XH?

Daiwa 24 REGAL LT 2000D-XH 2000D-XHX

A drag rating of 6.38 out of 10 (5kg / 11,02lbs) gives you steady control and it's perfect for most freshwater fish and light saltwater action
6.57 out of 10 (81 centimeter / 31.89 inch) in line retrieve, means the reel delivers a steady and reliable retrieve which is ideal for most everyday techniques