Shimano Vanford FA C2500SAX vs Daiwa 23 NINJA LT 4000-C / JB4 0.25MM YELLOW 4000-CX

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 NINJA LT 4000-C / JB4 0.25MM YELLOW

Spinning

4000-cx

63.10 out of 100

Value for money2.5 out of 5

Quality classLow

Durability3 out of 10

Ergonomics6.1 out of 10

Gear ratio5.2:1

Maximum drag10kg / 22.05lbs

Weight270g / 9.52oz

Line retireve per crank82 centimeter / 32.28 inch

Ball bearings4

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €67.33
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size4000-C
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.28/150

Conclusion

Shimano Vanford FA C2500SAX edges out Daiwa 23 NINJA LT 4000-C / JB4 0.25MM YELLOW 4000-CX with slightly better overall performance, especially on the ball bearings (8) and the total score (7.49 out of 10). Still, Daiwa 23 NINJA LT 4000-C / JB4 0.25MM YELLOW 4000-CX holds its own with strengths like a maximum drag of 10kg / 22,05lbs and a line retrieve per crank of 82 centimeter / 32.28 inch, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.