Shimano Sahara 500 FI vs Shimano Catana FE 4000 HGX

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

Shimano Catana FE
Spinning
53.70 out of 100
Value for money3.5 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability2.74 out of 10
Ergonomics4 out of 10
Gear ratio5.8:1
Maximum drag8.5kg / 18,74lbs
Weight320g / 11.29oz
Line retireve per crank93 centimeter / 36.61 inch
Ball bearings3+1
Technical Specifications
- BrandSHIMANO
- The main category of the reelSpinning
- Price range~ €34.33
- Is saltwater resistantNo
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size4000 HG
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.3/180
Conclusion
Shimano Catana FE 4000 HGX clearly outshines Shimano Sahara 500 FI, offering significantly better performance in line retrieve per crank (93 centimeter / 36.61 inch) and maximum drag (8,5kg / 18,74lbs). While Shimano Sahara 500 FI may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano Catana FE 4000 HGX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.
What's the difference between Shimano Sahara 500 FI and Shimano Catana FE?
Shimano Catana FE 4000 HGX
- A drag rating of 6.38 out of 10 (8,5kg / 18,74lbs) gives you steady control and it's perfect for most freshwater fish and light saltwater action
- 8.8 out of 10 (93 centimeter / 36.61 inch) in line retrieve, means it picks up line fast, very handy when chasing quick fish
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