Daiwa 24 CERTATE(G) 3000DX vs Shimano Catana 2500 RC

Daiwa 24 CERTATE(G)

Spinning

88.60 out of 100

Value for money4 out of 5

Quality classExcellent

Durability5.58 out of 10

Ergonomics6.25 out of 10

Gear ratio5.2:1

Maximum drag10kg / 22.05lbs

Weight225g / 7.94oz

Line retireve per crank77 centimeter / 30.32 inch

Ball bearings10

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €415.33
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size3000D
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.33/150

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 24 CERTATE(G) 3000DX clearly outshines Shimano Catana 2500 RC, offering significantly better performance in total score (8.86 out of 10) and maximum drag (10kg / 22,05lbs). While Shimano Catana 2500 RC may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa 24 CERTATE(G) 3000DX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Daiwa 24 CERTATE(G) and Shimano Catana 2500 RC?

Shimano Catana 2500 RC

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