Daiwa Regal LT 1000 DX vs Shimano Vanquish FC 4000XGCX

Daiwa Regal LT

Spinning

46.40 out of 100

Value for money2.5 out of 5

Quality classLow

Durability3 out of 10

Ergonomics6.37 out of 10

Gear ratio5.2:1

Maximum drag5kg / 11.02lbs

Weight190g / 6.7oz

Line retireve per crank64 centimeter / 25.2 inch

Ball bearings9

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €51.20
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size1000 D
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.2/150

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 ratio6.2:1

Maximum drag11kg / 24.25lbs

Weight205g / 7.23oz

Line retireve per crank101 centimeter / 39.76 inch

Ball bearings12

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €419.33
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel size4000XGC
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.35/130

Conclusion

Shimano Vanquish FC 4000XGCX clearly outshines Daiwa Regal LT 1000 DX, offering significantly better performance in durability (9.5 out of 10) and line retrieve per crank (101 centimeter / 39.76 inch). While Daiwa Regal LT 1000 DX may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano Vanquish FC 4000XGCX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Daiwa Regal LT and Shimano Vanquish FC?

Shimano Vanquish FC 4000XGCX

A high retrieve rate of 9.6 out of 10 (101 centimeter / 39.76 inch), means the reel is made just for speed, perfect for speed fishing or covering water quickly
Saltwater-safe design makes it perfect for spinning conditions.