Shimano Vanford FA 2500SHGAX vs Daiwa Sweepfire E 4000C - Spinning reel with front drag

Shimano Vanford FA
Spinning
83.90 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classGood
Durability4.61 out of 10
Ergonomics6.42 out of 10
Gear ratio5.8:1
Maximum drag4kg / 8.82lbs
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 size2500SHGA
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.18/120

Daiwa Sweepfire E 4000C - Spinning reel with front drag
Spinning
43.10 out of 100
Value for money3.5 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability2.5 out of 10
Ergonomics4 out of 10
Gear ratio5.3:1
Maximum drag-
Weight380g / 13.40oz
Line retireve per crank95cm / 37.40 inch
Ball bearings1
Technical Specifications
- BrandDAIWA
- The main category of the reelSpinning
- Price range~ €19.33
- Is saltwater resistantNo
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size4000
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofil0.30mm/270m
Conclusion
Shimano Vanford FA 2500SHGAX clearly outshines Daiwa Sweepfire E 4000C - Spinning reel with front drag, offering significantly better performance in ball bearings (8) and maximum drag (4kg / 8,82lbs). While Daiwa Sweepfire E 4000C - Spinning reel with front drag may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano Vanford FA 2500SHGAX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.
What's the difference between Shimano Vanford FA and Daiwa Sweepfire E 4000C - Spinning reel with front drag?
Shimano Vanford FA 2500SHGAX
- Designed with a light drag at 5.69 out of 10 (4kg / 8,82lbs), the reel is perfect when you're going after small fish or using ultralight setups
- With a score like 8.83 out of 10 (175g / 6,17oz), the reel feels light in the hand.. ideal for active techniques like twitching, jigging, or topwater.
- With an outstanding bearing score of 10 out of 10 (8), the reel offers top tier smoothness. Ideal for anglers who appreciate premium feel
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