Shimano Vanford FA C3000SDHAX vs Daiwa 19 Certate 2500DX

Shimano Vanford FA, C3000SDHA, left and right hand, Spinning fishing reel, Front Drag, VFC3000SDHA
Shimano Vanford FA
Spinning
70.00 out of 100
Value for money3.5 out of 5
Quality classGood
Durability4.65 out of 10
Ergonomics6.38 out of 10
Gear ratio5.1:1
Maximum drag9kg / 19.84lbs
Weight185g / 6.53oz
Line retireve per crank75 centimeter / 29.53 inch
Ball bearings10

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €195.33
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel sizeC3000SDHA
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.18/120
Daiwa 19 Certate, 2500D, G LT, left and right hand,  Spinning reel, front drag, 10407-825
Daiwa 19 Certate
Spinning
88.30 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics6.32 out of 10
Gear ratio5.2:1
Maximum drag-
Weight205g / 7.23oz
Line retireve per crank73 centimeter / 28.74 inch
Ball bearings10

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDAIWA
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €379.00
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size2500D
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.28/150

Conclusion

Daiwa 19 Certate 2500DX edges out Shimano Vanford FA C3000SDHAX with slightly better overall performance, especially on the durability (9.5 out of 10) and the total score (8.83 out of 10). Still, Shimano Vanford FA C3000SDHAX holds its own with strengths like a maximum drag of 9kg / 19,84lbs and a line retrieve per crank of 75 centimeter / 29.53 inch, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.

What's the difference between Shimano Vanford FA and Daiwa 19 Certate?

Shimano Vanford FA C3000SDHAX

  • 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

Daiwa 19 Certate 2500DX

  • Saltwater-safe design makes it perfect for spinning conditions.