Shimano 21 Sustain 2500 HGFJX vs Shimano Vanquish FC C2000SCX

Shimano 21 Sustain, 2500 HGFJ, left and right hand, Spinning Fishing Reel, Front Drag, SA2500HGFJ
Shimano 21 Sustain
Spinning
95.00 out of 100
Value for money5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics6.3 out of 10
Gear ratio6:0:1
Maximum drag9kg / 19.84lbs
Weight210g / 7.41oz
Line retireve per crank89 centimeter / 35.04 inch
Ball bearings9

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €209.33
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size2500 HGFJ
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 240/2.4
Shimano Vanquish FC, C2000SC, left and right hand, Spinning Fishing Reel, Front Drag, VQC2000SC
Shimano Vanquish FC
Spinning
84.90 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics6.52 out of 10
Gear ratio5.1:1
Maximum drag3kg / 6.61lbs
Weight145g / 5.11oz
Line retireve per crank69 centimeter / 27.17 inch
Ball bearings12

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €399.33
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel sizeC2000SC
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.16/105

Conclusion

Shimano 21 Sustain 2500 HGFJX edges out Shimano Vanquish FC C2000SCX with slightly better overall performance, especially on the line retrieve per crank (89 centimeter / 35.04 inch) and the maximum drag (9kg / 19,84lbs). Still, Shimano Vanquish FC C2000SCX holds its own with strengths like a weight of 145g / 5,11oz and a ergonomics of 6.52 out of 10, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.

What's the difference between Shimano 21 Sustain and Shimano Vanquish FC?

Shimano 21 Sustain 2500 HGFJX

  • 8.4 out of 10 (89 centimeter / 35.04 inch) in line retrieve, means it picks up line fast, very handy when chasing quick fish