Daiwa Seaborg 400J
The value pick for fishing 300 to 1,500 ft: a mid-size Seaborg with the capacity for deep drops at a lower price than the G models.
Amazon $706.58 eBay$706.58
The Daiwa Seaborg 400J and the Daiwa Seaborg G300J are evenly matched, rated 3.5 and 3.5. The Daiwa Seaborg 400J leads on value and line speed. The Daiwa Seaborg G300J wins on warranty. The Daiwa Seaborg 400J costs $443.41 less ($706.58 vs $1,149.99).
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Daiwa Seaborg G300J
A tougher-motor 300J for anglers who fish it hard, with a longer motor warranty than the standard model.
Amazon $1,149.99 eBay$1,149.99
Which should you buy?
- Choose the Daiwa Seaborg 400J for value ($44.16 per kg of drag ($706.58, 16 kg) vs $71.87 per kg of drag ($1,149.99, 16 kg)) and line speed (150 m/min with a 1 kg load vs 146 m/min with a 1 kg load).
- Choose the Daiwa Seaborg G300J for warranty (36 months vs 12 months).
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every 14 to 24 kg drag electric reel; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | Daiwa Seaborg 400J | Daiwa Seaborg G300J |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.5/5 | 3.5/5 |
| Value 30% | 59 $44.16 per kg of drag ($706.58, 16 kg) | 24 $71.87 per kg of drag ($1,149.99, 16 kg) |
| Drag 20% | 36 16 kg maximum drag | 36 16 kg maximum drag |
| Line speed 20% | 67 150 m/min with a 1 kg load | 58 146 m/min with a 1 kg load |
| Weight 15% | 100 27.4 kg of drag per kg of reel (16 kg, 585 g) | 100 27.8 kg of drag per kg of reel (16 kg, 575 g) |
| Warranty 15% | 20 12 months | 100 36 months |
Specifications
| Daiwa Seaborg 400J | Daiwa Seaborg G300J | |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ||
| Maximum drag | 16 kg | 16 kg |
| Standard pulling force (JAFS) | 14 kg | 14 kg |
| Line speed, 1 kg load | 150 m/min | 146 m/min |
| Gear ratio | 5.1:1 | 6:1 |
| Line per handle turn | 70 cm | 83 cm |
| Line capacity (PE no. - metres) | PE 3-500 / 4-400 / 5-300 | PE 3-400 / 4-300 / 5-230 |
| Power | ||
| Power supply | DC 12-16.8 V | DC 12-16.8 V |
| Battery in the box | No | No |
| Warranty | 12 months | 12 months |
| Motor warranty | - | 3 years |
| Build | ||
| Weight | 585 g (20.6 oz) | 575 g (20.3 oz) |
| Bearings (ball/roller) | 12/1 | 18/1 |
| Handle | Right | Right |