Shimano Vanford FA C3000HGAX vs Delphin QUEEN MonoDRAG 3000X

Shimano Vanford FA

Spinning

89.40 out of 100

Value for money4.5 out of 5

Quality classGood

Durability4.61 out of 10

Ergonomics6.4 out of 10

Gear ratio5.8:1

Maximum drag9kg / 19.84lbs

Weight180g / 6.35oz

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 sizeC3000HGA
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.3/130

Delphin QUEEN MonoDRAG

Spinning

48.20 out of 100

Value for money3.5 out of 5

Quality classLow

Durability2.72 out of 10

Ergonomics6.05 out of 10

Gear ratio5.1:1

Maximum drag0lbs

Weight284g / 10.02oz

Line retireve per crank0 inch

Ball bearings5+1

Technical Specifications

BrandDELPHIN
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €32.95
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size3000
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.16/210

Conclusion

Shimano Vanford FA C3000HGAX clearly outshines Delphin QUEEN MonoDRAG 3000X, offering significantly better performance in maximum drag (9kg / 19,84lbs) and line retrieve per crank (86 centimeter / 33.86 inch). While Delphin QUEEN MonoDRAG 3000X may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano Vanford FA C3000HGAX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Shimano Vanford FA and Delphin QUEEN MonoDRAG?

Shimano Vanford FA C3000HGAX

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
8.1 out of 10 (86 centimeter / 33.86 inch) in line retrieve, means it picks up line fast, very handy when chasing quick fish