Daiwa 21 PROREX MQ LT 2000X vs Shimano Catana FE 4000X

Daiwa 21 PROREX MQ LT

Spinning

78.50 out of 100

Value for money4 out of 5

Quality classGood

Durability4.63 out of 10

Ergonomics6.42 out of 10

Gear ratio5.1:1

Maximum drag10kg / 22.05lbs

Weight175g / 6.17oz

Line retireve per crank67 centimeter / 26.38 inch

Ball bearings6

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €189.33
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size2000
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.16/150

Shimano Catana FE

Spinning

48.90 out of 100

Value for money3.5 out of 5

Quality classLow

Durability2.74 out of 10

Ergonomics4 out of 10

Gear ratio5.2:1

Maximum drag8.5kg / 18,74lbs

Weight320g / 11.29oz

Line retireve per crank83 centimeter / 32.68 inch

Ball bearings3+1

Technical Specifications

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

Conclusion

Daiwa 21 PROREX MQ LT 2000X clearly outshines Shimano Catana FE 4000X, offering significantly better performance in weight (175g / 6,17oz) and maximum drag (10kg / 22,05lbs). While Shimano Catana FE 4000X may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa 21 PROREX MQ LT 2000X is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Daiwa 21 PROREX MQ LT and Shimano Catana FE?

Shimano Catana FE 4000X

6.86 out of 10 (83 centimeter / 32.68 inch) in line retrieve, means the reel delivers a steady and reliable retrieve which is ideal for most everyday techniques