Daiwa BG 5000X vs Shimano Vanford FA 2500HGAX

Daiwa BG
Spinning
57.10 out of 100
Value for money3 out of 5
Quality classMedium
Durability7.82 out of 10
Ergonomics4 out of 10
Gear ratio5.7:1
Maximum drag0lbs
Weight640g / 22.58oz
Line retireve per crank120 centimeter / 47.24 inch
Ball bearings6
Technical Specifications
- BrandDAIWA
- The main category of the reelSpinning
- Price range~ €115.33
- Is saltwater resistantYes
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size5000
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.35/430

Shimano Vanford FA
Spinning
89.50 out of 100
Value for money4.5 out of 5
Quality classGood
Durability4.61 out of 10
Ergonomics6.42 out of 10
Gear ratio5.8:1
Maximum drag9kg / 19.84lbs
Weight175g / 6.17oz
Line retireve per crank86 centimeter / 33.86 inch
Ball bearings8
Technical Specifications
- BrandSHIMANO
- The main category of the reelSpinning
- Price range~ €184.33
- Is saltwater resistantNo
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size2500HGA
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.25/160
Conclusion
Shimano Vanford FA 2500HGAX clearly outshines Daiwa BG 5000X, offering significantly better performance in maximum drag (9kg / 19,84lbs) and line retrieve per crank (86 centimeter / 33.86 inch). While Daiwa BG 5000X may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano Vanford FA 2500HGAX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.
What's the difference between Daiwa BG and Shimano Vanford FA?
Daiwa BG 5000X
- Saltwater-safe design makes it perfect for spinning conditions.
Shimano Vanford FA 2500HGAX
- With a great drag score 9.2 out of 10 (9kg / 19,84lbs), the reel is built to handle big fish confidently.. whatever the setting, freshwater or inshore salt
- With a score like 8.83 out of 10 (175g / 6,17oz), the reel feels light in the hand.. ideal for active techniques like twitching, jigging, or topwater.
- 8.1 out of 10 (86 centimeter / 33.86 inch) in line retrieve, means it picks up line fast, very handy when chasing quick fish
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