Shimano Vanquish FC 4000XGCX vs Daiwa 24 Certate SW 6000-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, 6000-H, left and right hand, Sea Spinning Reel, Front Drag, 10316-600
Daiwa 24 Certate SW
Seafishing
71.70 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics5.86 out of 10
Gear ratio5.7:1
Maximum drag15kg / 33.07lbs
Weight375g / 13.23oz
Line retireve per crank101 centimeter / 39.76 inch
Ball bearings10

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDAIWA
  • The main category of the reelSeafishing
  • Price range~ €519.33
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size6000-H
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.43/150

Conclusion

Shimano Vanquish FC 4000XGCX clearly outshines Daiwa 24 Certate SW 6000-HX, offering significantly better performance in gear ratio (6.2:1) and line retrieve per crank (101 centimeter / 39.76 inch). While Daiwa 24 Certate SW 6000-HX may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano Vanquish FC 4000XGCX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

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
  • A high retrieve rate of 9.6 out of 10 (101 centimeter / 39.76 inch), means the reel is made just for speed, perfect for speed fishing or covering water quickly