Daiwa 20 Luvias LT 3000D-CX vs Shimano Catana FE 2500 HGX

Daiwa 20 Luvias LT, 3000D-C, left and right hand, Spinning fishing reel, Front Drag, 10112-305
Daiwa 20 Luvias LT
Spinning
3000d-cx
94.10 out of 100
Value for money4.5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics6.4 out of 10
Gear ratio5.2:1
Maximum drag10kg / 22.05lbs
Weight180g / 6.35oz
Line retireve per crank77 centimeter / 30.31 inch
Ball bearings9

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDAIWA
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €379.00
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size3000D-C
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.18/300
Shimano Catana FE, 2500 HG, left and right hand, Spinning Fishing Reel, Front Drag, CAT2500HGFE
Shimano Catana FE
Spinning
62.80 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 drag4kg / 8.82lbs
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 size2500 HG
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.25/160

Conclusion

Daiwa 20 Luvias LT 3000D-CX clearly outshines Shimano Catana FE 2500 HGX, offering significantly better performance in durability (9.5 out of 10) and maximum drag (10kg / 22,05lbs). While Shimano Catana FE 2500 HGX may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa 20 Luvias LT 3000D-CX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

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

Daiwa 20 Luvias LT 3000D-CX

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

Shimano Catana FE 2500 HGX

  • The reel scores 7 out of 10 (3+1) in bearings, offering smooth performance for regular use with no issues