Shimano Vanquish FC C2000SCX vs Shimano Sedona FJ 2500HGFJX

Shimano Vanquish FC, C2000SC, left and right hand, Spinning Fishing Reel, Front Drag, VQC2000SC
Shimano Vanquish FC
Spinning
84.90 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics6.52 out of 10
Gear ratio5.1:1
Maximum drag3kg / 6.61lbs
Weight145g / 5.11oz
Line retireve per crank69 centimeter / 27.17 inch
Ball bearings12

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €399.33
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel sizeC2000SC
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.16/105
Shimano Sedona FJ, 2500HGFJ, left and right hand, Spinning Fishing Reel, Front Drag, SE2500HGFJ
Shimano Sedona FJ
Spinning
74.70 out of 100
Value for money3.5 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability7 out of 10
Ergonomics6.2 out of 10
Gear ratio6.2:1
Maximum drag9kg / 19.84lbs
Weight240g / 8.47oz
Line retireve per crank91 centimeter / 35.83 inch
Ball bearings3+1

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €52.33
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size2500HGFJ
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.25/160

Conclusion

Shimano Vanquish FC C2000SCX edges out Shimano Sedona FJ 2500HGFJX with slightly better overall performance, especially on the durability (9.5 out of 10) and the total score (8.49 out of 10). Still, Shimano Sedona FJ 2500HGFJX holds its own with strengths like a line retrieve per crank of 91 centimeter / 35.83 inch and a ball bearings of 3+1, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.

What's the difference between Shimano Vanquish FC and Shimano Sedona FJ?

Shimano Sedona FJ 2500HGFJX

  • 8.6 out of 10 (91 centimeter / 35.83 inch) in line retrieve, means it picks up line fast, very handy when chasing quick fish
  • The reel scores 7 out of 10 (3+1) in bearings, offering smooth performance for regular use with no issues