Penn Sargus II Spinning 2500X vs Shimano Vanquish FC 4000MHGCX

Penn Sargus II Spinning

Spinning

2500x

64.80 out of 100

Value for money2.5 out of 5

Quality classLow

Durability3 out of 10

Ergonomics6.05 out of 10

Gear ratio5.5:1

Maximum drag12kg / 26.46lbs

Weight284g / 10.02oz

Line retireve per crank76 centimeter / 29.92 inch

Ball bearings5

Technical Specifications

BrandPENN
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €71.20
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size2500
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.23/235

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 Penn Sargus II Spinning 2500X, offering significantly better performance in durability (9.5 out of 10) and total score (9.5 out of 10). While Penn Sargus II Spinning 2500X may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano Vanquish FC 4000MHGCX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.