Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A 14000 XGX vs Shimano Vanquish FC C3000MHGCX

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

Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A

Seafishing

58.80 out of 100

Value for money4 out of 5

Quality classGood

Durability8.78 out of 10

Ergonomics3.4 out of 10

Gear ratio6.2:1

Maximum drag15kg / 33.07lbs

Weight710g / 25.04oz

Line retireve per crank134 centimeter / 52.76 inch

Ball bearings6

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelSeafishing
Price range~ €234.33
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel size14000 XG
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.47/240

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 clearly outshines Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A 14000 XGX, offering significantly better performance in gear ratio (5.8:8) and line retrieve per crank (86 centimeter / 33.86 inch). While Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A 14000 XGX may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano Vanquish FC C3000MHGCX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A and Shimano Vanquish FC?

Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A 14000 XGX

Scoring 8.5 out of 10 (6), the reel runs smooth under pressure

Shimano Vanquish FC C3000MHGCX

A fast gear ratio of 9.2 out of 10 (5.8:8), means the reel is built for speed and it's perfect for active retrieves, and quick follow ups
With a score like 8.87 out of 10 (170g / 6oz), 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