Shimano Vanford FA 2500HGAX vs Daiwa Ninja LT 6000X

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 Ninja LT

Spinning

55.80 out of 100

Value for money3 out of 5

Quality classLow

Durability2.97 out of 10

Ergonomics4 out of 10

Gear ratio5.1:1

Maximum drag12kg / 26.46lbs

Weight370g / 13.05oz

Line retireve per crank92 centimeter / 36.22 inch

Ball bearings4

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €48.00
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size6000
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.4/150

Conclusion

Shimano Vanford FA 2500HGAX clearly outshines Daiwa Ninja LT 6000X, offering significantly better performance in weight (175g / 6,17oz) and total score (8.95 out of 10). While Daiwa Ninja LT 6000X may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano Vanford FA 2500HGAX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.