Shimano Vanford FA C3000XGAX vs Daiwa 21 PROREX MQ LT 4000D-CX

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, 4000D-C, left and right hand, Spinning Fishing Reel, Front Drag, 10610-400
Daiwa 21 PROREX MQ LT
Spinning
84.00 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classGood
Durability4.65 out of 10
Ergonomics6.23 out of 10
Gear ratio5.2:1
Maximum drag12kg / 26.46lbs
Weight230g / 8.11oz
Line retireve per crank82 centimeter / 32.28 inch
Ball bearings6

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDAIWA
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €195.33
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size4000D-C
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.37/150

Conclusion

Daiwa 21 PROREX MQ LT 4000D-CX edges out Shimano Vanford FA C3000XGAX with slightly better overall performance, especially on the gear ratio (5.2:1) and the total score (8.4 out of 10). Still, Shimano Vanford FA C3000XGAX holds its own with strengths like a line retrieve per crank of 94 centimeter / 37.01 inch and a ball bearings of 8, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.

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

Daiwa 21 PROREX MQ LT 4000D-CX

  • The reel brings in line quickly with its 8 out of 10 (5.2:1) rating, making it a great fit for power fishing