Daiwa Seaborg 500J (2026)
The best all-round pick for deep-drop fishing: heavy-fish drag, fast line speed and a long motor warranty in a light reel.
Amazon $1,199.99 eBay$1,199.99
23 kg165 m/min750 g
3.6/5
The current mid-size Seaborg for deep-drop and slow-pitch work, with the fastest gearing in its class and a long motor warranty.
- 16 kgMax drag
- 157 m/minLine speed
- 570 gWeight
- 6.3:1Gear ratio
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Pros
- The fast 6.3:1 gear brings line in 87 cm per turn
- 3-year motor warranty on top of the 1-year reel warranty
- Handles over 1,000 ft of 30 or 40 lb braid per Daiwa US
Cons
- Costs more than the older 300J models
- Only 16 kg of drag
The Daiwa Seaborg 2026 family
Every Daiwa Seaborg 2026 model we rank, smallest first. Ratings compare each against its own drag.
| Model | Max drag | Rating | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Daiwa Seaborg 300J (2026) (this one) | 16 kg | 3.6/5 | $1,199.98 |
| Daiwa Seaborg 500J (2026) | 23 kg | 4.2/5 | $1,199.99 |
How it scores
The rating comes from 5 measured or published factors, each scored 0-100 against fixed reference points for its drag. How we rank explains each one.
Specifications
| Model number | 26 Seaborg 300J |
|---|---|
| Performance | |
| Maximum drag | 16 kg |
| Standard pulling force (JAFS) | 14 kg |
| Line speed, 1 kg load | 157 m/min |
| Gear ratio | 6.3:1 |
| Line per handle turn | 87 cm |
| Line capacity (PE no. - metres) | PE 3-400 / 4-300 / 5-230 |
| Power | |
| Power supply | DC 12-16.8 V |
| Battery in the box | No |
| Warranty | 12 months |
| Motor warranty | 3 years |
| Build | |
| Weight | 570 g (20.1 oz) |
| Bearings (ball/roller) | 18/1 |
| Handle | Right |
| Released | 2026 |
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Daiwa Seaborg G400J
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Amazon $879.77 eBay$879.77
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Daiwa Seaborg 500MJ-AT
A high-end reel for deep-drop anglers who want the automatic stop at depth and fast retrieves, at the price of weight and cost.
Amazon $1,534.39 eBay$1,534.39
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