Shimano Vanquish FC 4000XGCX vs Daiwa 24 Certate SW 5000-HX

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Shimano Vanquish FC, 4000XGC, left and right hand, Spinning Fishing Reel, Front Drag, VQ4000XGC
Shimano Vanquish FC
Spinning
95.00 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics6.32 out of 10
Gear ratio6.2:1
Maximum drag11kg / 24.25lbs
Weight205g / 7.23oz
Line retireve per crank101 centimeter / 39.76 inch
Ball bearings12

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €419.33
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size4000XGC
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.35/130
Daiwa 24 Certate SW, 5000-H, left and right hand, Sea Spinning Reel, Front Drag, 10316-500
Daiwa 24 Certate SW
Seafishing
84.30 out of 100
Value for money4.5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics5.91 out of 10
Gear ratio5.7:1
Maximum drag15kg / 33.07lbs
Weight345g / 12.17oz
Line retireve per crank96 centimeter / 37.8 inch
Ball bearings10

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDAIWA
  • The main category of the reelSeafishing
  • Price range~ €509.33
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size5000-H
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.4/150

Conclusion

Shimano Vanquish FC 4000XGCX edges out Daiwa 24 Certate SW 5000-HX with slightly better overall performance, especially on the gear ratio (6.2:1) and the maximum drag (11kg / 24,25lbs). Still, Daiwa 24 Certate SW 5000-HX holds its own with strengths like a weight of 345g / 12,17oz and a line retrieve per crank of 96 centimeter / 37.8 inch, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.

What's the difference between Shimano Vanquish FC and Daiwa 24 Certate SW?

Shimano Vanquish FC 4000XGCX

  • A fast gear ratio of 10 out of 10 (6.2:1), means the reel is built for speed and it's perfect for active retrieves, and quick follow ups