Shimano Vanford FA 2500HGAX vs Daiwa 22 PROREX V LT 2000X

Shimano Vanford FA

Spinning

89.50 out of 100

Value for money4.5 out of 5

Quality classGood

Durability4.61 out of 10

Ergonomics6.42 out of 10

Gear ratio5.8:1

Maximum drag9kg / 19.84lbs

Weight175g / 6.17oz

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 size2500HGA
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.25/160

Daiwa 22 PROREX V LT

Spinning

63.70 out of 100

Value for money3.5 out of 5

Quality classMedium

Durability3.72 out of 10

Ergonomics6.38 out of 10

Gear ratio5.2:1

Maximum drag5kg / 11.02lbs

Weight185g / 6.53oz

Line retireve per crank68 centimeter / 26.77 inch

Ball bearings6

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €94.33
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size2000
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.16/150

Conclusion

Shimano Vanford FA 2500HGAX clearly outshines Daiwa 22 PROREX V LT 2000X, offering significantly better performance in line retrieve per crank (86 centimeter / 33.86 inch) and maximum drag (9kg / 19,84lbs). While Daiwa 22 PROREX V LT 2000X may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano Vanford FA 2500HGAX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.