Daiwa 23 Saltiga 4000-HX vs Shimano Vanquish FC C3000MHGCX

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

Daiwa 23 Saltiga

Seafishing

81.20 out of 100

Value for money3.5 out of 5

Quality classExcellent

Durability9.5 out of 10

Ergonomics5.91 out of 10

Gear ratio5.7:1

Maximum drag12kg / 26.46lbs

Weight345g / 12.17oz

Line retireve per crank90 centimeter / 35.43 inch

Ball bearings12

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelSeafishing
Price range~ €777.33
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel size4000-H
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.26/260

Shimano Vanquish FC

Spinning

95.00 out of 100

Value for money4 out of 5

Quality classExcellent

Durability9.5 out of 10

Ergonomics6.43 out of 10

Gear ratio5.8:8

Maximum drag9kg / 19.84lbs

Weight170g / 6oz

Line retireve per crank86 centimeter / 33.86 inch

Ball bearings12

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €407.33
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel sizeC3000MHGC
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.3/85

Conclusion

Shimano Vanquish FC C3000MHGCX edges out Daiwa 23 Saltiga 4000-HX with slightly better overall performance, especially on the gear ratio (5.8:8) and the maximum drag (9kg / 19,84lbs). Still, Daiwa 23 Saltiga 4000-HX holds its own with strengths like a line retrieve per crank of 90 centimeter / 35.43 inch and a weight of 345g / 12,17oz, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.