Shimano Vanford FA C3000HGAX vs Shimano Spheros SW A 10000 PGX

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Shimano Vanford FA, C3000HGA, left and right hand, Spinning fishing reel, Front Drag, VFC3000HGA
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
Shimano Spheros SW A, 10000 PG, left and right hand, Saltwater Spinning Fishing Reel, Front Drag, SPSW10000PGA
Shimano Spheros SW A
Seafishing
61.20 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classMedium
Durability8 out of 10
Ergonomics5.44 out of 10
Gear ratio4.9:1
Maximum drag12kg / 26.46lbs
Weight675g / 23.81oz
Line retireve per crank102 centimeter / 40.16 inch
Ball bearings4+1

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelSeafishing
  • Price range~ €149.33
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size10000 PG
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.4/300

Conclusion

Shimano Vanford FA C3000HGAX clearly outshines Shimano Spheros SW A 10000 PGX, offering significantly better performance in line retrieve per crank (86 centimeter / 33.86 inch) and maximum drag (9kg / 19,84lbs). While Shimano Spheros SW A 10000 PGX 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 Shimano Spheros SW A?

Shimano Vanford FA C3000HGAX

  • 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

Shimano Spheros SW A 10000 PGX

  • Built tough for the salt, ideal for seafishing.