Shimano Vanford FA 2500HGAX vs Shimano Tekota 600 HGA LCM / Right handX
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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

Shimano Tekota
Multireels
66.60 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classGood
Durability8.59 out of 10
Ergonomics6.05 out of 10
Gear ratio6.3:1
Maximum drag11kg / 24.25lbs
Weight450g / 15.87oz
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 LCM
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeStar drag
- Handle orientationRight
- Line capacity monofillbs/yds: 12/440
Conclusion
Shimano Vanford FA 2500HGAX clearly outshines Shimano Tekota 600 HGA LCM / Right handX, offering significantly better performance in gear ratio (5.8:1) and ball bearings (8). While Shimano Tekota 600 HGA LCM / Right handX may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano Vanford FA 2500HGAX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.
What's the difference between Shimano Vanford FA and Shimano Tekota?
Shimano Vanford FA 2500HGAX
- 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
Shimano Tekota 600 HGA LCM / Right handX
- Ready for saltwater, great for any multireels adventure.
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