Shimano Sedona 500 FI vs Shimano Sahara 2500 R

Shimano Sedona 500 FI
Spinning
54.70 out of 100
Value for money3 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability3 out of 10
Ergonomics6.4 out of 10
Gear ratio5.6:1
Maximum drag3kg / 7 lbs
Weight180g / 6.3oz
Line retireve per crank69cm / 27 inch
Ball bearings3 S SUS + 1 Rollerbearing
Technical Specifications
- BrandSHIMANO
- The main category of the reelSpinning
- Price range~ €52.80
- 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 Sahara 2500 R
Spinning
38.50 out of 100
Value for money2.5 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability2.96 out of 10
Ergonomics4.08 out of 10
Gear ratio5.2:1
Maximum drag2kg / 4.41 lbs
Weight275g / 9.70oz
Line retireve per crank76cm / 29.92 inch
Ball bearings3 S SUS + 1 Rollerbearing
Technical Specifications
- BrandSHIMANO
- The main category of the reelSpinning
- Price range~ €47.33
- Is saltwater resistantNo
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size2500
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeRead drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/m: 0.18/290. 0.20/240, 0.25/160
Conclusion
Shimano Sedona 500 FI clearly outshines Shimano Sahara 2500 R, offering significantly better performance in ergonomics (6.4 out of 10) and maximum drag (3kg / 7 lbs). While Shimano Sahara 2500 R may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano Sedona 500 FI is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.
What's the difference between Shimano Sedona 500 FI and Shimano Sahara 2500 R?
Shimano Sedona 500 FI
- Designed with a light drag at 5 out of 10 (3kg / 7 lbs), the reel is perfect when you're going after small fish or using ultralight setups
Shimano Sahara 2500 R
- When it comes to retrieve speed, a score of 5.86 out of 10 (76cm / 29.92 inch) means slower line pickup, great when you need more control for slower fishing styles
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