Daiwa 23 MATCHMAN 3000X vs Shimano Catana FE 4000X

Daiwa 23 MATCHMAN

Spinning

54.00 out of 100

Value for money3 out of 5

Quality classLow

Durability2.92 out of 10

Ergonomics6.02 out of 10

Gear ratio5.3:1

Maximum drag4kg / 8.82lbs

Weight295g / 10.41oz

Line retireve per crank82 centimeter / 32.28 inch

Ball bearings3

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €45.33
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size3000
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.28/200

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 23 MATCHMAN 3000X clearly outshines Shimano Catana FE 4000X, offering significantly better performance in weight (295g / 10,41oz) and ergonomics (6.02 out of 10). While Shimano Catana FE 4000X may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa 23 MATCHMAN 3000X is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.