Daiwa 23 LEOBRITZ 300 JL vs Shimano Vanford FA C3000XGAX

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Daiwa 23 LEOBRITZ 300 JL

Multireels

95.00 out of 100

Value for money4 out of 5

Quality classExcellent

Durability9.5 out of 10

Ergonomics5.9 out of 10

Gear ratio5.1:1

Maximum drag13kg / 28.66lbs

Weight540g / 19.05oz

Line retireve per crank70 centimeter / 27.56 inch

Ball bearings8

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelMultireels
Price range~ €699.33
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel size-
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeStar drag
Handle orientationLeft
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.24/400

Shimano Vanford FA

Spinning

72.70 out of 100

Value for money4 out of 5

Quality classGood

Durability4.61 out of 10

Ergonomics6.4 out of 10

Gear ratio6.4:1

Maximum drag9kg / 19.84lbs

Weight180g / 6.35oz

Line retireve per crank94 centimeter / 37.01 inch

Ball bearings8

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €184.33
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel sizeC3000XGA
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.3/130

Conclusion

Daiwa 23 LEOBRITZ 300 JL clearly outshines Shimano Vanford FA C3000XGAX, offering significantly better performance in gear ratio (5.1:1) and durability (9.5 out of 10). While Shimano Vanford FA C3000XGAX may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa 23 LEOBRITZ 300 JL is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Daiwa 23 LEOBRITZ 300 JL and Shimano Vanford FA?

Daiwa 23 LEOBRITZ 300 JL

Higher gear ratio of 5.1:1 (scoring 9.2 out of 10), provides more speed meaning a better solution when quick retrieves really count
Ready for saltwater, great for any multireels adventure.