Shimano Vanford FA C3000XGAX vs Daiwa BG MQ 4000D-XHX

The selected categories are different, score metrics vary from category to another.

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 BG MQ

Seafishing

59.60 out of 100

Value for money3.5 out of 5

Quality classMedium

Durability4 out of 10

Ergonomics5.99 out of 10

Gear ratio6.2:1

Maximum drag12kg / 26.46lbs

Weight285g / 10.05oz

Line retireve per crank99 centimeter / 38.98 inch

Ball bearings6

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelSeafishing
Price range~ €159.33
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size4000D-XH
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.37/150

Conclusion

Shimano Vanford FA C3000XGAX edges out Daiwa BG MQ 4000D-XHX with slightly better overall performance, especially on the maximum drag (9kg / 19,84lbs) and the ball bearings (8). Still, Daiwa BG MQ 4000D-XHX holds its own with strengths like a line retrieve per crank of 99 centimeter / 38.98 inch and a weight of 285g / 10,05oz, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.