Shimano Tekota 600 HGA / Right handX vs Shimano Vanford FA C3000HGAX

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Shimano Tekota, 600 HGA, right hand, Trolling fishing reel, Star Drag, Multiplier reel, TEK600HGA
Shimano Tekota
Multireels
66.80 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classGood
Durability8.59 out of 10
Ergonomics6.08 out of 10
Gear ratio6.3:1
Maximum drag11kg / 24.25lbs
Weight430g / 15.17oz
Line retireve per crank75 centimeter / 29.53 inch
Ball bearings4

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelMultireels
  • Price range~ €177.60
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size600 HGA
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeStar drag
  • Handle orientationRight
  • Line capacity monofillbs/yds: 16/390
Shimano Vanford FA, C3000HGA, left and right hand, Spinning fishing reel, Front Drag, VFC3000HGA
Shimano Vanford FA
Spinning
89.40 out of 100
Value for money4.5 out of 5
Quality classGood
Durability4.61 out of 10
Ergonomics6.4 out of 10
Gear ratio5.8:1
Maximum drag9kg / 19.84lbs
Weight180g / 6.35oz
Line retireve per crank86 centimeter / 33.86 inch
Ball bearings8

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €184.33
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel sizeC3000HGA
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.3/130

Conclusion

Shimano Vanford FA C3000HGAX clearly outshines Shimano Tekota 600 HGA / Right handX, offering significantly better performance in gear ratio (5.8:1) and ball bearings (8). While Shimano Tekota 600 HGA / Right handX may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano Vanford FA C3000HGAX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

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

Shimano Tekota 600 HGA / Right handX

  • Ready for saltwater, great for any multireels adventure.

Shimano Vanford FA C3000HGAX

  • A fast gear ratio of 9.2 out of 10 (5.8:1), means the reel is built for speed and it's perfect for active retrieves, and quick follow ups