Daiwa BG 1500X vs Shimano Catana FE C 3000X

Daiwa BG

Spinning

73.00 out of 100

Value for money4 out of 5

Quality classMedium

Durability7.69 out of 10

Ergonomics6.2 out of 10

Gear ratio5.6:1

Maximum drag0lbs

Weight240g / 8.47oz

Line retireve per crank72 centimeter / 28.35 inch

Ball bearings6

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €87.80
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel size1500
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.2/140

Shimano Catana FE

Spinning

53.00 out of 100

Value for money4 out of 5

Quality classLow

Durability2.67 out of 10

Ergonomics6.13 out of 10

Gear ratio5.0:1

Maximum drag8.5kg / 18,74lbs

Weight260g / 9.17oz

Line retireve per crank73 centimeter / 28.74 inch

Ball bearings3+1

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €30.33
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel sizeC 3000
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.25/210

Conclusion

Daiwa BG 1500X edges out Shimano Catana FE C 3000X with slightly better overall performance, especially on the durability (7.69 out of 10) and the gear ratio (5.6:1). Still, Shimano Catana FE C 3000X holds its own with strengths like a maximum drag of 8,5kg / 18,74lbs and a line retrieve per crank of 73 centimeter / 28.74 inch, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.