Shimano Sahara 500 FI vs Delphin IXCELA AL BODY 2000X

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

Delphin IXCELA AL BODY

Spinning

60.10 out of 100

Value for money3 out of 5

Quality classLow

Durability3 out of 10

Ergonomics6.1 out of 10

Gear ratio5.1:1

Maximum drag-

Weight269g / 9.49oz

Line retireve per crank-

Ball bearings6+1

Technical Specifications

BrandDELPHIN
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €53.95
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size2000
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.12/350

Conclusion

Delphin IXCELA AL BODY 2000X clearly outshines Shimano Sahara 500 FI, offering significantly better performance in total score (6.01 out of 10) and ball bearings (6+1). While Shimano Sahara 500 FI may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Delphin IXCELA AL BODY 2000X is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.