Shimano Vanford FA C2000HGAX vs Daiwa 23 EXCELER LT 2000DX

Shimano Vanford FA, C2000HGA, left and right hand, Spinning fishing reel, Front Drag, VFC2000HGA
Shimano Vanford FA
Spinning
82.00 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classGood
Durability4.61 out of 10
Ergonomics6.48 out of 10
Gear ratio6.1:1
Maximum drag3kg / 6.61lbs
Weight155g / 5.47oz
Line retireve per crank81 centimeter / 31.89 inch
Ball bearings8

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €184.33
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel sizeC2000HGA
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.2/195
Daiwa 23 EXCELER LT, 2000D, left and right hand, Spinning Reel, Front Drag, 10336-200
Daiwa 23 EXCELER LT
Spinning
56.80 out of 100
Value for money2.5 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability3 out of 10
Ergonomics6.4 out of 10
Gear ratio5.2:1
Maximum drag5kg / 11.02lbs
Weight180g / 6.35oz
Line retireve per crank68 centimeter / 26.77 inch
Ball bearings5

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDAIWA
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €74.33
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size2000D
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.23/150

Conclusion

Shimano Vanford FA C2000HGAX clearly outshines Daiwa 23 EXCELER LT 2000DX, offering significantly better performance in line retrieve per crank (81 centimeter / 31.89 inch) and total score (8.2 out of 10). While Daiwa 23 EXCELER LT 2000DX may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano Vanford FA C2000HGAX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Shimano Vanford FA and Daiwa 23 EXCELER LT?

Shimano Vanford FA C2000HGAX

  • 6.57 out of 10 (81 centimeter / 31.89 inch) in line retrieve, means the reel delivers a steady and reliable retrieve which is ideal for most everyday techniques