Shimano Vanquish FC C5000XGCX vs Daiwa 23 NINJA LT 2000 / JB4 0.13MM YELOW 2000X

Shimano Vanquish FC, C5000XGC, left and right hand, Spinning Fishing Reel, Front Drag, VQC5000XGC
Shimano Vanquish FC
Spinning
95.00 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics6.27 out of 10
Gear ratio6.2:2
Maximum drag11kg / 24.25lbs
Weight220g / 7.76oz
Line retireve per crank101 centimeter / 39.76 inch
Ball bearings12

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €429.33
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel sizeC5000XGC
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.4/120
Daiwa 23 NINJA LT 2000 / JB4 0.13MM YELOW, 2000, left and right hand, Spinning fishing reel, bespult, Front Drag, 10006-200
Daiwa 23 NINJA LT 2000 / JB4 0.13MM YELOW
Spinning
2000x
55.00 out of 100
Value for money2.5 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability3 out of 10
Ergonomics6.3 out of 10
Gear ratio5.2:1
Maximum drag5kg / 11.02lbs
Weight210g / 7.41oz
Line retireve per crank68 centimeter / 26.77 inch
Ball bearings4

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDAIWA
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €57.33
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size2000
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.16/150

Conclusion

Shimano Vanquish FC C5000XGCX clearly outshines Daiwa 23 NINJA LT 2000 / JB4 0.13MM YELOW 2000X, offering significantly better performance in durability (9.5 out of 10) and line retrieve per crank (101 centimeter / 39.76 inch). While Daiwa 23 NINJA LT 2000 / JB4 0.13MM YELOW 2000X may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano Vanquish FC C5000XGCX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Shimano Vanquish FC and Daiwa 23 NINJA LT 2000 / JB4 0.13MM YELOW?

Shimano Vanquish FC C5000XGCX

  • 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
  • Saltwater-safe design makes it perfect for spinning conditions.

Daiwa 23 NINJA LT 2000 / JB4 0.13MM YELOW 2000X

  • The reel scores 7 out of 10 (4) in bearings, offering smooth performance for regular use with no issues