Daiwa 23 NINJA LT LT1000X vs Shimano Catana 4000 RC

Daiwa 23 NINJA LT

Spinning

54.70 out of 100

Value for money3 out of 5

Quality classLow

Durability2.97 out of 10

Ergonomics6.32 out of 10

Gear ratio5.2:1

Maximum drag5kg / 11.02lbs

Weight205g / 7.23oz

Line retireve per crank64 centimeter / 25.2 inch

Ball bearings4

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €48.33
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel sizeLT1000
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.14/150

Shimano Catana 4000 RC

Spinning

46.10 out of 100

Value for money3.5 out of 5

Quality classLow

Durability2.72 out of 10

Ergonomics2 out of 10

Gear ratio5.2:1

Maximum drag7kg / 15.43 lbs

Weight370g / 13.05oz

Line retireve per crank82cm / 32.28 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 size4000
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeRead drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/m: 0.25/260. 0.30/180, 0.35/130

Conclusion

Daiwa 23 NINJA LT LT1000X clearly outshines Shimano Catana 4000 RC, offering significantly better performance in weight (205g / 7,23oz) and ergonomics (6.32 out of 10). While Shimano Catana 4000 RC may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa 23 NINJA LT LT1000X is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Daiwa 23 NINJA LT and Shimano Catana 4000 RC?

Shimano Catana 4000 RC

6.71 out of 10 (82cm / 32.28 inch) in line retrieve, means the reel delivers a steady and reliable retrieve which is ideal for most everyday techniques