Daiwa 19 Certate 3000D-CX vs Shimano Catana FE C 3000 HGX

Daiwa 19 Certate

Spinning

89.20 out of 100

Value for money4 out of 5

Quality classExcellent

Durability9.5 out of 10

Ergonomics6.3 out of 10

Gear ratio5.2:1

Maximum drag-

Weight210g / 7.41oz

Line retireve per crank77 centimeter / 30.31 inch

Ball bearings10

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €389.00
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel size3000D-C
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.33/150

Shimano Catana FE

Spinning

63.80 out of 100

Value for money4 out of 5

Quality classLow

Durability2.67 out of 10

Ergonomics6.13 out of 10

Gear ratio6.2:1

Maximum drag8.5kg / 18,74lbs

Weight260g / 9.17oz

Line retireve per crank91 centimeter / 35.83 inch

Ball bearings3+1

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €30.33
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel sizeC 3000 HG
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.25/210

Conclusion

Daiwa 19 Certate 3000D-CX clearly outshines Shimano Catana FE C 3000 HGX, offering significantly better performance in durability (9.5 out of 10) and total score (8.92 out of 10). While Shimano Catana FE C 3000 HGX may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa 19 Certate 3000D-CX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Daiwa 19 Certate and Shimano Catana FE?

Daiwa 19 Certate 3000D-CX

Saltwater-safe design makes it perfect for spinning conditions.

Shimano Catana FE C 3000 HGX

A drag rating of 6.38 out of 10 (8,5kg / 18,74lbs) gives you steady control and it's perfect for most freshwater fish and light saltwater action
The reel scores 7 out of 10 (3+1) in bearings, offering smooth performance for regular use with no issues