Shimano Vanford FA C3000XGAX vs Daiwa 21 PROREX MQ LT 2000X

Shimano Vanford FA, C3000XGA, left and right hand, Spinning fishing reel, Front Drag, VFC3000XGA
Shimano Vanford FA
Spinning
72.70 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classGood
Durability4.61 out of 10
Ergonomics6.4 out of 10
Gear ratio6.4:1
Maximum drag9kg / 19.84lbs
Weight180g / 6.35oz
Line retireve per crank94 centimeter / 37.01 inch
Ball bearings8

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €184.33
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel sizeC3000XGA
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.3/130
Daiwa 21 PROREX MQ LT, 2000, left and right hand, Spinning Fishing Reel, Front Drag, 10610-200
Daiwa 21 PROREX MQ LT
Spinning
78.50 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classGood
Durability4.63 out of 10
Ergonomics6.42 out of 10
Gear ratio5.1:1
Maximum drag10kg / 22.05lbs
Weight175g / 6.17oz
Line retireve per crank67 centimeter / 26.38 inch
Ball bearings6

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDAIWA
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €189.33
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size2000
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.16/150

Conclusion

Both Shimano Vanford FA C3000XGAX and Daiwa 21 PROREX MQ LT 2000X perform at a similar level overall, so the better choice depends on what matters more to you, Shimano Vanford FA C3000XGAX offers a line retrieve per crank of 94 centimeter / 37.01 inch, while Daiwa 21 PROREX MQ LT 2000X stands out for a gear ratio of 5.1:1. Your decision should be guided by your fishing style and target species.

What's the difference between Shimano Vanford FA and Daiwa 21 PROREX MQ LT?

Shimano Vanford FA C3000XGAX

  • 8.9 out of 10 (94 centimeter / 37.01 inch) in line retrieve, means it picks up line fast, very handy when chasing quick fish

Daiwa 21 PROREX MQ LT 2000X

  • Thanks to its 7 out of 10 (5.1:1) gear ratio, the reel offers a strong balance between torque and quick retrieval