Shimano Vanford FA C3000SDHAX vs Daiwa Crossfire LT 3000-CX

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 Crossfire LT, 3000-C, left and right hand, Spinning fishing reel, front drag, 10185-300
Daiwa Crossfire LT
Spinning
49.80 out of 100
Value for money3.5 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability2.71 out of 10
Ergonomics6.13 out of 10
Gear ratio5.3:1
Maximum drag-
Weight260g / 9.17oz
Line retireve per crank80 centimeter / 31.5 inch
Ball bearings1

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDAIWA
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €32.50
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size3000-C
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.23/150

Conclusion

Shimano Vanford FA C3000SDHAX clearly outshines Daiwa Crossfire LT 3000-CX, offering significantly better performance in maximum drag (9kg / 19,84lbs) and total score (7 out of 10). While Daiwa Crossfire LT 3000-CX may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano Vanford FA C3000SDHAX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Shimano Vanford FA and Daiwa Crossfire LT?

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