Shimano Vanquish FC 4000XGCX vs Daiwa BG 1500X

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 BG, 1500, left and right hand, Sea Spinning Fishing Reel, Front Drag, 10460-150
Daiwa BG
Spinning
73.00 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classMedium
Durability7.69 out of 10
Ergonomics6.2 out of 10
Gear ratio5.6:1
Maximum drag0lbs
Weight240g / 8.47oz
Line retireve per crank72 centimeter / 28.35 inch
Ball bearings6

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDAIWA
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €87.80
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size1500
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.2/140

Conclusion

Shimano Vanquish FC 4000XGCX clearly outshines Daiwa BG 1500X, offering significantly better performance in maximum drag (11kg / 24,25lbs) and line retrieve per crank (101 centimeter / 39.76 inch). While Daiwa BG 1500X 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 BG?

Shimano Vanquish FC 4000XGCX

  • With a great drag score 10 out of 10 (11kg / 24,25lbs), the reel is built to handle big fish confidently.. whatever the setting, freshwater or inshore salt

Daiwa BG 1500X

  • Landing a score of 8.67 out of 10 (6) in bearings, it feels smooth and controlled. Great when you're fishing actively and want consistency