Daiwa 23 Saltiga 6000-XHX vs Shimano Vanquish FC 4000MHGCX

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Daiwa 23 Saltiga, 6000-XH, left and right hand, Sea Fishing Reel, Front Drag, 10310-061
Daiwa 23 Saltiga
Seafishing
73.30 out of 100
Value for money3.5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics5.83 out of 10
Gear ratio6.2:1
Maximum drag15kg / 33.07lbs
Weight400g / 14.11oz
Line retireve per crank110 centimeter / 43.31 inch
Ball bearings12

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDAIWA
  • The main category of the reelSeafishing
  • Price range~ €787.33
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size6000-XH
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.43/150
Shimano Vanquish FC, 4000MHGC, left and right hand, Spinning Fishing Reel, Front Drag, VQ4000MHGC
Shimano Vanquish FC
Spinning
95.00 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics6.32 out of 10
Gear ratio5.7:1
Maximum drag11kg / 24.25lbs
Weight205g / 7.23oz
Line retireve per crank93 centimeter / 36.61 inch
Ball bearings12

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €419.33
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size4000MHGC
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.3/120

Conclusion

Shimano Vanquish FC 4000MHGCX clearly outshines Daiwa 23 Saltiga 6000-XHX, offering significantly better performance in gear ratio (5.7:1) and line retrieve per crank (93 centimeter / 36.61 inch). While Daiwa 23 Saltiga 6000-XHX may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano Vanquish FC 4000MHGCX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Daiwa 23 Saltiga and Shimano Vanquish FC?

Shimano Vanquish FC 4000MHGCX

  • A fast gear ratio of 9 out of 10 (5.7:1), means the reel is built for speed and it's perfect for active retrieves, and quick follow ups
  • 8.8 out of 10 (93 centimeter / 36.61 inch) in line retrieve, means it picks up line fast, very handy when chasing quick fish