Daiwa 23 LEGALIS LT 3000-CXH(U)X vs Shimano Catana 2500 RC

Daiwa 23 LEGALIS LT

Spinning

71.90 out of 100

Value for money3 out of 5

Quality classLow

Durability3 out of 10

Ergonomics6.32 out of 10

Gear ratio6.2:1

Maximum drag10kg / 22.05lbs

Weight205g / 7.23oz

Line retireve per crank93 centimeter / 36.61 inch

Ball bearings5

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €70.33
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size3000-CXH(U)
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.23/150

Shimano Catana 2500 RC

Spinning

49.20 out of 100

Value for money3.5 out of 5

Quality classLow

Durability2.72 out of 10

Ergonomics4 out of 10

Gear ratio5.2:1

Maximum drag4kg / 8.82 lbs

Weight300g / 10.58oz

Line retireve per crank76cm / 29.92 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 size2500
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeRead drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/m: 0.18/290. 0.20/240, 0.25/160

Conclusion

Daiwa 23 LEGALIS LT 3000-CXH(U)X clearly outshines Shimano Catana 2500 RC, offering significantly better performance in maximum drag (10kg / 22,05lbs) and ball bearings (5). While Shimano Catana 2500 RC may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa 23 LEGALIS LT 3000-CXH(U)X is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.