Daiwa 20 N’Zon LT 5000-CPX vs Shimano Catana FE 4000 HGX

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Daiwa 20 N’Zon LT

Feeder And Match

64.90 out of 100

Value for money4 out of 5

Quality classMedium

Durability3.61 out of 10

Ergonomics5.97 out of 10

Gear ratio4.7:1

Maximum drag12kg / 26.46lbs

Weight290g / 10.23oz

Line retireve per crank79 centimeter / 31.1 inch

Ball bearings4

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelFeeder and match
Price range~ €72.33
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size5000-CP
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.28/150

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

Daiwa 20 N’Zon LT 5000-CPX edges out Shimano Catana FE 4000 HGX with slightly better overall performance, especially on the weight (290g / 10,23oz) and the maximum drag (12kg / 26,46lbs). Still, Shimano Catana FE 4000 HGX holds its own with strengths like a gear ratio of 5.8:1 and a line retrieve per crank of 93 centimeter / 36.61 inch, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.