Shimano Sienna 1000X vs Shimano Vanford FA C3000XGAX

Shimano Sienna, 1000, left and right hand, Spinning fishing reel, front drag, SN1000FG
Shimano Sienna
Spinning
49.10 out of 100
Value for money3.5 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability2.62 out of 10
Ergonomics6.25 out of 10
Gear ratio5.0:1
Maximum drag3kg / 6.61lbs
Weight225g / 7.94oz
Line retireve per crank66 centimeter / 25.98 inch
Ball bearings4

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €27.33
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size1000
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.2/140
Shimano Vanford FA, C3000XGA, left and right hand, Spinning fishing reel, Front Drag, VFC3000XGA
Shimano Vanford FA
Spinning
72.70 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classGood
Durability4.61 out of 10
Ergonomics6.4 out of 10
Gear ratio6.4:1
Maximum drag9kg / 19.84lbs
Weight180g / 6.35oz
Line retireve per crank94 centimeter / 37.01 inch
Ball bearings8

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €184.33
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel sizeC3000XGA
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.3/130

Conclusion

Shimano Vanford FA C3000XGAX clearly outshines Shimano Sienna 1000X, offering significantly better performance in line retrieve per crank (94 centimeter / 37.01 inch) and maximum drag (9kg / 19,84lbs). While Shimano Sienna 1000X may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano Vanford FA C3000XGAX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Shimano Sienna and Shimano Vanford FA?

Shimano Sienna 1000X

  • Thanks to its 6.33 out of 10 (5.0:1) gear ratio, the reel offers a strong balance between torque and quick retrieval

Shimano Vanford FA C3000XGAX

  • 8.9 out of 10 (94 centimeter / 37.01 inch) in line retrieve, means it picks up line fast, very handy when chasing quick fish