Daiwa 19 Certate 4000CXHX vs Shimano Catana FE C 3000X

Daiwa 19 Certate

Spinning

95.00 out of 100

Value for money4.5 out of 5

Quality classExcellent

Durability9.5 out of 10

Ergonomics6.22 out of 10

Gear ratio6.2:1

Maximum drag-

Weight235g / 8.29oz

Line retireve per crank99 centimeter / 38.98 inch

Ball bearings10

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €399.00
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel size4000CXH
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.28/150

Shimano Catana FE

Spinning

53.00 out of 100

Value for money4 out of 5

Quality classLow

Durability2.67 out of 10

Ergonomics6.13 out of 10

Gear ratio5.0:1

Maximum drag8.5kg / 18,74lbs

Weight260g / 9.17oz

Line retireve per crank73 centimeter / 28.74 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
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.25/210

Conclusion

Daiwa 19 Certate 4000CXHX clearly outshines Shimano Catana FE C 3000X, offering significantly better performance in durability (9.5 out of 10) and total score (9.5 out of 10). While Shimano Catana FE C 3000X may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa 19 Certate 4000CXHX 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 4000CXHX

Saltwater-safe design makes it perfect for spinning conditions.

Shimano Catana FE C 3000X

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