Daiwa 23 Saltiga 6000-XHX vs Shimano Catana 1000 RC

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Daiwa 23 Saltiga, 6000-XH, left and right hand, Sea Fishing Reel, Front Drag, 10310-061
Daiwa 23 Saltiga
Seafishing
73.30 out of 100
Value for money3.5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics5.83 out of 10
Gear ratio6.2:1
Maximum drag15kg / 33.07lbs
Weight400g / 14.11oz
Line retireve per crank110 centimeter / 43.31 inch
Ball bearings12

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDAIWA
  • The main category of the reelSeafishing
  • Price range~ €787.33
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size6000-XH
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.43/150
Shimano Catana 1000 RC, Spinning reel with rear drag
Shimano Catana 1000 RC
Spinning
47.00 out of 100
Value for money3.5 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability2.72 out of 10
Ergonomics4.1 out of 10
Gear ratio5.2:1
Maximum drag4kg / 8.82 lbs
Weight270g / 9.52oz
Line retireve per crank69cm / 27.17 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 size1000
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeRead drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/m: 0.18/170. 0.20/140, 0.25/90

Conclusion

Daiwa 23 Saltiga 6000-XHX clearly outshines Shimano Catana 1000 RC, offering significantly better performance in durability (9.5 out of 10) and total score (7.33 out of 10). While Shimano Catana 1000 RC may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa 23 Saltiga 6000-XHX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Daiwa 23 Saltiga and Shimano Catana 1000 RC?

Daiwa 23 Saltiga 6000-XHX

  • Built tough for the salt, ideal for seafishing.

Shimano Catana 1000 RC

  • The reel brings in line quickly with its 8 out of 10 (5.2:1) rating, making it a great fit for power fishing
  • A bearing score of 5 out of 10 (2 Shielded Stainless Steel + 1 Roller Bearing) gets the job done (basic but dependable) especially for beginners or casual anglers