Daiwa Freams LT 5000D-CX vs Shimano Catana FE C 3000X

Daiwa Freams LT, 5000D-C, left and right hand, Spinning fishing reel, front drag, 10224-500
Daiwa Freams LT
Spinning
79.70 out of 100
Value for money4.5 out of 5
Quality classGood
Durability4.5 out of 10
Ergonomics6.17 out of 10
Gear ratio5.2:1
Maximum drag-
Weight250g / 8.82oz
Line retireve per crank87 centimeter / 34.25 inch
Ball bearings5

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDAIWA
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €120.80
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size5000D-C
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.4/150
Shimano Catana FE, C 3000, left and right hand, Spinning Fishing Reel, Front Drag, CATC3000FE
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 Freams LT 5000D-CX clearly outshines Shimano Catana FE C 3000X, offering significantly better performance in line retrieve per crank (87 centimeter / 34.25 inch) and total score (7.97 out of 10). While Shimano Catana FE C 3000X may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa Freams LT 5000D-CX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Daiwa Freams LT and Shimano Catana FE?

Shimano Catana FE C 3000X

  • A drag rating of 6.38 out of 10 (8,5kg / 18,74lbs) gives you steady control and it's perfect for most freshwater fish and light saltwater action