Shimano Vanford FA C2500SAX vs Daiwa 23 AIRITY LT 2000S-HX

Shimano Vanford FA

Spinning

74.90 out of 100

Value for money4 out of 5

Quality classGood

Durability4.61 out of 10

Ergonomics6.48 out of 10

Gear ratio5.1:1

Maximum drag3kg / 6.61lbs

Weight155g / 5.47oz

Line retireve per crank70 centimeter / 27.56 inch

Ball bearings8

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €184.33
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel sizeC2500SA
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.18/120

Daiwa 23 AIRITY LT

Spinning

92.80 out of 100

Value for money4 out of 5

Quality classExcellent

Durability9.5 out of 10

Ergonomics6.52 out of 10

Gear ratio5.8:1

Maximum drag5kg / 11.02lbs

Weight145g / 5.11oz

Line retireve per crank76 centimeter / 29.92 inch

Ball bearings11

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €469.33
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel size2000S-H
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.14/150

Conclusion

Daiwa 23 AIRITY LT 2000S-HX edges out Shimano Vanford FA C2500SAX with slightly better overall performance, especially on the durability (9.5 out of 10) and the gear ratio (5.8:1). Still, Shimano Vanford FA C2500SAX holds its own with strengths like a ball bearings of 8, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.