Daiwa 23 Revros LT 5000-CX vs Shimano Catana 3000 SRC

Daiwa 23 Revros LT

Spinning

65.90 out of 100

Value for money3 out of 5

Quality classLow

Durability3 out of 10

Ergonomics6.1 out of 10

Gear ratio5.2:1

Maximum drag12kg / 26.46lbs

Weight270g / 9.52oz

Line retireve per crank87 centimeter / 34.25 inch

Ball bearings4

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €62.33
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size5000-C
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.37/150

Shimano Catana 3000 SRC

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 size3000 S
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeRead drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/m: 0.2/220. 0.25/140, 0.3/100

Conclusion

Daiwa 23 Revros LT 5000-CX clearly outshines Shimano Catana 3000 SRC, offering significantly better performance in maximum drag (12kg / 26,46lbs) and line retrieve per crank (87 centimeter / 34.25 inch). While Shimano Catana 3000 SRC may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa 23 Revros LT 5000-CX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.