Daiwa 22 PROREX V LT 4000-CXHX vs Shimano Catana FE 2500X

Daiwa 22 PROREX V LT

Spinning

79.90 out of 100

Value for money4 out of 5

Quality classMedium

Durability3.74 out of 10

Ergonomics6.2 out of 10

Gear ratio6.2:1

Maximum drag12kg / 26.46lbs

Weight240g / 8.47oz

Line retireve per crank99 centimeter / 38.98 inch

Ball bearings6

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €98.33
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size4000-CXH
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.28/150

Shimano Catana FE

Spinning

51.90 out of 100

Value for money4 out of 5

Quality classLow

Durability2.67 out of 10

Ergonomics6.13 out of 10

Gear ratio5.0:1

Maximum drag4kg / 8.82lbs

Weight260g / 9.17oz

Line retireve per crank73 centimeter / 28.74 inch

Ball bearings3+1

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €30.33
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size2500
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.25/160

Conclusion

Daiwa 22 PROREX V LT 4000-CXHX clearly outshines Shimano Catana FE 2500X, offering significantly better performance in maximum drag (12kg / 26,46lbs) and line retrieve per crank (99 centimeter / 38.98 inch). While Shimano Catana FE 2500X may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa 22 PROREX V LT 4000-CXHX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.