Shimano Vanquish FC C2500SCX vs Shimano Spheros SW SP4000XGSWX

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Shimano Vanquish FC, C2500SC, left and right hand, Spinning Fishing Reel, Front Drag, VQC2500SC
Shimano Vanquish FC
Spinning
86.30 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics6.5 out of 10
Gear ratio5.1:1
Maximum drag3kg / 6.61lbs
Weight150g / 5.29oz
Line retireve per crank70 centimeter / 27.56 inch
Ball bearings12

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €399.33
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel sizeC2500SC
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.18/120
Shimano Spheros SW, SP4000XGSW, Saltwater fishing reel , front drag, SP4000XGSW
Shimano Spheros SW
Seafishing
56.00 out of 100
Value for money3 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability7 out of 10
Ergonomics5.99 out of 10
Gear ratio6.2:1
Maximum drag11kg / 24.25lbs
Weight290g / 10.23oz
Line retireve per crank99 centimeter / 38.98 inch
Ball bearings4

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelSeafishing
  • Price range~ €99.33
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel sizeSP4000XGSW
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.3/180

Conclusion

Shimano Vanquish FC C2500SCX clearly outshines Shimano Spheros SW SP4000XGSWX, offering significantly better performance in gear ratio (5.1:1) and total score (8.63 out of 10). While Shimano Spheros SW SP4000XGSWX may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano Vanquish FC C2500SCX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Shimano Vanquish FC and Shimano Spheros SW?

Shimano Vanquish FC C2500SCX

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

Shimano Spheros SW SP4000XGSWX

  • A bearing score of 7 out of 10 (4) provides decent smoothness with moderate corrosion resistance