Shimano 21 Sustain 2500 HGFJX vs Shimano Vanquish FC C3000XGCX

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, C3000XGC, left and right hand, Spinning Fishing Reel, Front Drag, VQC3000XGC
Shimano Vanquish FC
Spinning
84.10 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics6.43 out of 10
Gear ratio6.4:1
Maximum drag9kg / 19.84lbs
Weight170g / 6oz
Line retireve per crank94 centimeter / 37.01 inch
Ball bearings12

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €407.33
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel sizeC3000XGC
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.3/130

Conclusion

Shimano 21 Sustain 2500 HGFJX edges out Shimano Vanquish FC C3000XGCX with slightly better overall performance, especially on the gear ratio (6:0:1) and the total score (9.5 out of 10). Still, Shimano Vanquish FC C3000XGCX holds its own with strengths like a line retrieve per crank of 94 centimeter / 37.01 inch and a weight of 170g / 6oz, 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

  • A fast gear ratio of 9.6 out of 10 (6:0:1), means the reel is built for speed and it's perfect for active retrieves, and quick follow ups