Shimano Vanquish FC C2000SCX vs Shimano Stradic SWB 8000HGX

The selected categories are different, score metrics vary from category to another.

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 Stradic SWB

Seafishing

66.50 out of 100

Value for money4 out of 5

Quality classGood

Durability8.82 out of 10

Ergonomics5.45 out of 10

Gear ratio5.6:1

Maximum drag16kg / 35.27lbs

Weight665g / 23.46oz

Line retireve per crank107 centimeter / 42.13 inch

Ball bearings7

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelSeafishing
Price range~ €245.33
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel size8000HG
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.37/275

Conclusion

Shimano Vanquish FC C2000SCX edges out Shimano Stradic SWB 8000HGX with slightly better overall performance, especially on the gear ratio (5.1:1) and the total score (8.49 out of 10). Still, Shimano Stradic SWB 8000HGX holds its own with strengths like a ball bearings of 7 and a maximum drag of 16kg / 35,27lbs, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.