Daiwa 21 Certate SW 8000-PX vs Shimano Vanford FA 2500AX

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Daiwa 21 Certate SW

Seafishing

95.00 out of 100

Value for money4.5 out of 5

Quality classExcellent

Durability9.5 out of 10

Ergonomics5.52 out of 10

Gear ratio4.8:1

Maximum drag25kg / 55.12lbs

Weight615g / 21.69oz

Line retireve per crank92 centimeter / 36.22 inch

Ball bearings8

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelSeafishing
Price range~ €585.00
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel size8000-P
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.28/300

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

Daiwa 21 Certate SW 8000-PX edges out Shimano Vanford FA 2500AX with slightly better overall performance, especially on the durability (9.5 out of 10) and the line retrieve per crank (92 centimeter / 36.22 inch). Still, Shimano Vanford FA 2500AX holds its own with strengths like a ergonomics of 6.42 out of 10 and a weight of 175g / 6,17oz, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.