Shimano Vanford FA 2500AX vs Shimano Tekota 600 HGA / Right handX

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Shimano Vanford FA, 2500A, left and right hand, Spinning fishing reel, Front Drag, VF2500A
Shimano Vanford FA
Spinning
82.30 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classGood
Durability4.61 out of 10
Ergonomics6.42 out of 10
Gear ratio5.1:1
Maximum drag9kg / 19.84lbs
Weight175g / 6.17oz
Line retireve per crank75 centimeter / 29.53 inch
Ball bearings8

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €184.33
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size2500A
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.25/160
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

Conclusion

Shimano Vanford FA 2500AX edges out Shimano Tekota 600 HGA / Right handX with slightly better overall performance, especially on the gear ratio (5.1:1) and the ball bearings (8). Still, Shimano Tekota 600 HGA / Right handX holds its own with strengths like a durability of 8.59 out of 10 and a line retrieve per crank of 75 centimeter / 29.53 inch, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.

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

Shimano Vanford FA 2500AX

  • Thanks to its 7 out of 10 (5.1:1) gear ratio, the reel offers a strong balance between torque and quick retrieval

Shimano Tekota 600 HGA / Right handX

  • Ready for saltwater, great for any multireels adventure.