Shimano Vanford FA C3000AX vs Daiwa Sweepfire E 5000C - Spinning reel with front drag

Shimano Vanford FA
Spinning
82.20 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classGood
Durability4.61 out of 10
Ergonomics6.4 out of 10
Gear ratio5.1:1
Maximum drag9kg / 19.84lbs
Weight180g / 6.35oz
Line retireve per crank75 centimeter / 29.53 inch
Ball bearings8
Technical Specifications
- BrandSHIMANO
- The main category of the reelSpinning
- Price range~ €184.33
- Is saltwater resistantNo
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel sizeC3000A
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.3/130

Daiwa Sweepfire E 5000C - Spinning reel with front drag
Spinning
18.40 out of 100
Value for money3 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability2.59 out of 10
Ergonomics4 out of 10
Gear ratio4.6:1
Maximum drag-
Weight630g / 22.22oz
Line retireve per crank99cm / 38.98 inch
Ball bearings1
Technical Specifications
- BrandDAIWA
- The main category of the reelSpinning
- Price range~ €25.33
- Is saltwater resistantNo
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size5000
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofil0.35mm/370m
Conclusion
Shimano Vanford FA C3000AX clearly outshines Daiwa Sweepfire E 5000C - Spinning reel with front drag, offering significantly better performance in maximum drag (9kg / 19,84lbs) and ball bearings (8). While Daiwa Sweepfire E 5000C - Spinning reel with front drag may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano Vanford FA C3000AX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.
What's the difference between Shimano Vanford FA and Daiwa Sweepfire E 5000C - Spinning reel with front drag?
Shimano Vanford FA C3000AX
- Thanks to its 7 out of 10 (5.1:1) gear ratio, the reel offers a strong balance between torque and quick retrieval
- With a great drag score 9.2 out of 10 (9kg / 19,84lbs), the reel is built to handle big fish confidently.. whatever the setting, freshwater or inshore salt
- With a score like 8.8 out of 10 (180g / 6,35oz), 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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