Daiwa 21 PROREX MQ LT 2500-XHX vs Shimano Catana 1000 RC

Daiwa 21 PROREX MQ LT

Spinning

89.40 out of 100

Value for money4.5 out of 5

Quality classGood

Durability4.6 out of 10

Ergonomics6.35 out of 10

Gear ratio6.2:1

Maximum drag10kg / 22.05lbs

Weight195g / 6.88oz

Line retireve per crank87 centimeter / 34.25 inch

Ball bearings6

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €179.33
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size2500-XH
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.2/150

Shimano Catana 1000 RC

Spinning

47.00 out of 100

Value for money3.5 out of 5

Quality classLow

Durability2.72 out of 10

Ergonomics4.1 out of 10

Gear ratio5.2:1

Maximum drag4kg / 8.82 lbs

Weight270g / 9.52oz

Line retireve per crank69cm / 27.17 inch

Ball bearings2 Shielded Stainless Steel + 1 Roller Bearing

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €33.33
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size1000
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeRead drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/m: 0.18/170. 0.20/140, 0.25/90

Conclusion

Daiwa 21 PROREX MQ LT 2500-XHX clearly outshines Shimano Catana 1000 RC, offering significantly better performance in total score (8.94 out of 10) and line retrieve per crank (87 centimeter / 34.25 inch). While Shimano Catana 1000 RC may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa 21 PROREX MQ LT 2500-XHX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.