Shimano Sahara 500 FI vs Daiwa Sealine Ishidai H

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 Sealine Ishidai H

Multireels

78.30 out of 100

Value for money4.5 out of 5

Quality classExcellent

Durability9.5 out of 10

Ergonomics5.83 out of 10

Gear ratio6.4:1

Maximum drag-

Weight585 g

Line retireve per crank120 cm / 27.24 inch

Ball bearings7

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelMultireels
Price range~ €369.33
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel size40H
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeStar drag
Handle orientationRight
Line capacity monofil360m/0.30mm

Conclusion

Daiwa Sealine Ishidai H clearly outshines Shimano Sahara 500 FI, offering significantly better performance in durability (9.5 out of 10) and total score (7.83 out of 10). While Shimano Sahara 500 FI may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa Sealine Ishidai H is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.