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 is the better electric reel overall, rated 3.5 to 3.0. The PENN Fathom Electric 50 wins on drag. The Daiwa Seaborg 400J costs $133.37 less ($706.58 vs $839.95).
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PENN Fathom Electric 50
The Fathom Electric alone, for anglers who already own a 12 V battery.
Amazon $839.95 eBay$839.95
Which should you buy?
- Choose the PENN Fathom Electric 50 for drag (18.1 kg maximum drag vs 16 kg maximum drag).
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 | PENN Fathom Electric 50 |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.5/5 | 3.0/5 |
| Value 30% | 59 $44.16 per kg of drag ($706.58, 16 kg) | 55 $46.41 per kg of drag ($839.95, 18.1 kg) |
| Drag 20% | 36 16 kg maximum drag | 46 18.1 kg maximum drag |
| Line speed 20% | 67 150 m/min with a 1 kg load | 50 loaded line speed not published (neutral score used) |
| Weight 15% | 100 27.4 kg of drag per kg of reel (16 kg, 585 g) | 50 weight not published (neutral score used) |
| Warranty 15% | 20 12 months | 0 warranty not published |
Specifications
| Daiwa Seaborg 400J | PENN Fathom Electric 50 | |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ||
| Maximum drag | 16 kg | 18.1 kg |
| Standard pulling force (JAFS) | 14 kg | - |
| Line speed, 1 kg load | 150 m/min | - |
| Gear ratio | 5.1:1 | 1.9:1 |
| Line per handle turn | 70 cm | - |
| Line capacity (PE no. - metres) | PE 3-500 / 4-400 / 5-300 | Braid 30 lb 1635 yd / 40 lb 1335 yd / 50 lb 1140 yd |
| Power | ||
| Power supply | DC 12-16.8 V | 12 V (battery sold separately) |
| Battery in the box | No | No |
| Warranty | 12 months | - |
| Build | ||
| Weight | 585 g (20.6 oz) | - |
| Bearings (ball/roller) | 12/1 | 5 |
| Handle | Right | Right |
| Released | - | 2024-09 |