Daiwa 18 Prorex X LT 2000X vs Shimano Catana FE 4000X

Daiwa 18 Prorex X LT

Spinning

56.50 out of 100

Value for money2.5 out of 5

Quality classLow

Durability3 out of 10

Ergonomics6.33 out of 10

Gear ratio5.2:1

Maximum drag5kg / 11.02lbs

Weight200g / 7.05oz

Line retireve per crank68 centimeter / 26.77 inch

Ball bearings5

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €65.20
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size2000
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.16/150

Shimano Catana FE

Spinning

48.90 out of 100

Value for money3.5 out of 5

Quality classLow

Durability2.74 out of 10

Ergonomics4 out of 10

Gear ratio5.2:1

Maximum drag8.5kg / 18,74lbs

Weight320g / 11.29oz

Line retireve per crank83 centimeter / 32.68 inch

Ball bearings3+1

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €34.33
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size4000
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.3/180

Conclusion

Daiwa 18 Prorex X LT 2000X clearly outshines Shimano Catana FE 4000X, offering significantly better performance in weight (200g / 7,05oz) and ergonomics (6.33 out of 10). While Shimano Catana FE 4000X may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa 18 Prorex X LT 2000X is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Daiwa 18 Prorex X LT and Shimano Catana FE?

Shimano Catana FE 4000X

6.86 out of 10 (83 centimeter / 32.68 inch) in line retrieve, means the reel delivers a steady and reliable retrieve which is ideal for most everyday techniques