Daiwa 24 Certate SW 5000-HX vs Shimano Catana 2500 RC
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Daiwa 24 Certate SW
Seafishing
84.30 out of 100
Value for money4.5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics5.91 out of 10
Gear ratio5.7:1
Maximum drag15kg / 33.07lbs
Weight345g / 12.17oz
Line retireve per crank96 centimeter / 37.8 inch
Ball bearings10
Technical Specifications
- BrandDAIWA
- The main category of the reelSeafishing
- Price range~ €509.33
- Is saltwater resistantYes
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size5000-H
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.4/150

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 SW 5000-HX clearly outshines Shimano Catana 2500 RC, offering significantly better performance in durability (9.5 out of 10) and line retrieve per crank (96 centimeter / 37.8 inch). While Shimano Catana 2500 RC may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa 24 Certate SW 5000-HX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.
What's the difference between Daiwa 24 Certate SW and Shimano Catana 2500 RC?
Daiwa 24 Certate SW 5000-HX
- Built tough for the salt, ideal for seafishing.
Shimano Catana 2500 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
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