Daiwa 20 N’Zon LT 5000-CPX vs Shimano Vanford FA 2500AX

The selected categories are different, score metrics vary from category to another.

Daiwa 20 N’Zon LT

Feeder And Match

64.90 out of 100

Value for money4 out of 5

Quality classMedium

Durability3.61 out of 10

Ergonomics5.97 out of 10

Gear ratio4.7:1

Maximum drag12kg / 26.46lbs

Weight290g / 10.23oz

Line retireve per crank79 centimeter / 31.1 inch

Ball bearings4

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelFeeder and match
Price range~ €72.33
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size5000-CP
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.28/150

Shimano Vanford FA

Spinning

82.30 out of 100

Value for money4 out of 5

Quality classGood

Durability4.61 out of 10

Ergonomics6.42 out of 10

Gear ratio5.1:1

Maximum drag9kg / 19.84lbs

Weight175g / 6.17oz

Line retireve per crank75 centimeter / 29.53 inch

Ball bearings8

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €184.33
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size2500A
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.25/160

Conclusion

Shimano Vanford FA 2500AX edges out Daiwa 20 N’Zon LT 5000-CPX with slightly better overall performance, especially on the ball bearings (8) and the total score (8.23 out of 10). Still, Daiwa 20 N’Zon LT 5000-CPX holds its own with strengths like a maximum drag of 12kg / 26,46lbs and a line retrieve per crank of 79 centimeter / 31.1 inch, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.