Shimano Sahara 500 FI vs Shimano Twin Power FE 4000XGFEX
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 Twin Power FE
Spinning
95.00 out of 100
Value for money4.5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability5.57 out of 10
Ergonomics6.13 out of 10
Gear ratio6.2:1
Maximum drag11kg / 24.25lbs
Weight260g / 9.17oz
Line retireve per crank101 centimeter / 39.76 inch
Ball bearings9+1
Technical Specifications
- BrandSHIMANO
- The main category of the reelSpinning
- Price range~ €399.33
- Is saltwater resistantNo
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size4000XGFE
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.35/130
Conclusion
Shimano Twin Power FE 4000XGFEX clearly outshines Shimano Sahara 500 FI, offering significantly better performance in maximum drag (11kg / 24,25lbs) and line retrieve per crank (101 centimeter / 39.76 inch). While Shimano Sahara 500 FI may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano Twin Power FE 4000XGFEX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.
What's the difference between Shimano Sahara 500 FI and Shimano Twin Power FE?
Shimano Sahara 500 FI
- Landing a score of 8 out of 10 (4 S SUS + 1 Rollerbearing) in bearings, it feels smooth and controlled. Great when you're fishing actively and want consistency
Shimano Twin Power FE 4000XGFEX
- With a great drag score 10 out of 10 (11kg / 24,25lbs), the reel is built to handle big fish confidently.. whatever the setting, freshwater or inshore salt
- A high retrieve rate of 9.6 out of 10 (101 centimeter / 39.76 inch), means the reel is made just for speed, perfect for speed fishing or covering water quickly
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