Daiwa 21 Certate SW 10000-HX vs Shimano Catana FE 2500 HGX

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Daiwa 21 Certate SW

Seafishing

86.90 out of 100

Value for money4 out of 5

Quality classExcellent

Durability9.5 out of 10

Ergonomics5.5 out of 10

Gear ratio5.8:1

Maximum drag25kg / 55.12lbs

Weight630g / 22.22oz

Line retireve per crank118 centimeter / 46.46 inch

Ball bearings8

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelSeafishing
Price range~ €577.33
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel size10000-H
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.33/300

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 21 Certate SW 10000-HX clearly outshines Shimano Catana FE 2500 HGX, offering significantly better performance in durability (9.5 out of 10) and maximum drag (25kg / 55,12lbs). While Shimano Catana FE 2500 HGX may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa 21 Certate SW 10000-HX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Daiwa 21 Certate SW and Shimano Catana FE?

Daiwa 21 Certate SW 10000-HX

Built tough for the salt, ideal for seafishing.

Shimano Catana FE 2500 HGX

A fast gear ratio of 10 out of 10 (6.2:1), means the reel is built for speed and it's perfect for active retrieves, and quick follow ups
8.6 out of 10 (91 centimeter / 35.83 inch) in line retrieve, means it picks up line fast, very handy when chasing quick fish