Daiwa 23 AIRITY LT 4000-XHX vs Shimano Catana FE 2500X

Daiwa 23 AIRITY LT, 4000-XH, left and right hand, Spinning Fishing Reel, Front Drag, 10001-400
Daiwa 23 AIRITY LT
Spinning
95.00 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics6.33 out of 10
Gear ratio6.2:1
Maximum drag10kg / 22.05lbs
Weight200g / 7.05oz
Line retireve per crank99 centimeter / 38.98 inch
Ball bearings11

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDAIWA
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €490.33
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size4000-XH
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.28/150
Shimano Catana FE, 2500, left and right hand, Spinning Fishing Reel, Front Drag, CAT2500FE
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 23 AIRITY LT 4000-XHX clearly outshines Shimano Catana FE 2500X, offering significantly better performance in durability (9.5 out of 10) and total score (9.5 out of 10). While Shimano Catana FE 2500X may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa 23 AIRITY LT 4000-XHX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Daiwa 23 AIRITY LT and Shimano Catana FE?

Daiwa 23 AIRITY LT 4000-XHX

  • Saltwater-safe design makes it perfect for spinning conditions.

Shimano Catana FE 2500X

  • The reel scores 7 out of 10 (3+1) in bearings, offering smooth performance for regular use with no issues