Daiwa 20 Legalis LT 1000X vs Shimano Catana FE 4000 HGX

Daiwa 20 Legalis LT, 1000, left and right hand, Spinning Fishing Reel, Front Drag, 10425-100
Daiwa 20 Legalis LT
Spinning
56.60 out of 100
Value for money2.5 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability3 out of 10
Ergonomics6.4 out of 10
Gear ratio5.2:1
Maximum drag5kg / 11.02lbs
Weight180g / 6.35oz
Line retireve per crank64 centimeter / 25.2 inch
Ball bearings5

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDAIWA
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €56.90
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size1000
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.14/150
Shimano Catana FE, 4000 HG, left and right hand, Spinning Fishing Reel, Front Drag, CAT4000HGFE
Shimano Catana FE
Spinning
53.70 out of 100
Value for money3.5 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability2.74 out of 10
Ergonomics4 out of 10
Gear ratio5.8:1
Maximum drag8.5kg / 18,74lbs
Weight320g / 11.29oz
Line retireve per crank93 centimeter / 36.61 inch
Ball bearings3+1

Technical Specifications

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

Conclusion

Both Daiwa 20 Legalis LT 1000X and Shimano Catana FE 4000 HGX perform at a similar level overall, so the better choice depends on what matters more to you, Daiwa 20 Legalis LT 1000X offers a weight of 180g / 6,35oz, while Shimano Catana FE 4000 HGX stands out for a line retrieve per crank of 93 centimeter / 36.61 inch. Your decision should be guided by your fishing style and target species.

What's the difference between Daiwa 20 Legalis LT and Shimano Catana FE?

Shimano Catana FE 4000 HGX

  • 8.8 out of 10 (93 centimeter / 36.61 inch) in line retrieve, means it picks up line fast, very handy when chasing quick fish