Daiwa Ninja LT 5000-CX vs Shimano Catana FE 1000X

Daiwa Ninja LT
Spinning
65.70 out of 100
Value for money3.5 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability2.92 out of 10
Ergonomics6.08 out of 10
Gear ratio5.2:1
Maximum drag12kg / 26.46lbs
Weight275g / 9.7oz
Line retireve per crank87 centimeter / 34.25 inch
Ball bearings4
Technical Specifications
- BrandDAIWA
- The main category of the reelSpinning
- Price range~ €45.00
- Is saltwater resistantNo
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size5000-C
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.37/150

Shimano Catana FE
Spinning
49.10 out of 100
Value for money3.5 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability2.67 out of 10
Ergonomics6.23 out of 10
Gear ratio5.0:1
Maximum drag3kg / 6.61lbs
Weight230g / 8.11oz
Line retireve per crank66 centimeter / 25.98 inch
Ball bearings3+1
Technical Specifications
- BrandSHIMANO
- The main category of the reelSpinning
- Price range~ €30.33
- Is saltwater resistantNo
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size1000
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.18/170
Conclusion
Daiwa Ninja LT 5000-CX clearly outshines Shimano Catana FE 1000X, offering significantly better performance in maximum drag (12kg / 26,46lbs) and line retrieve per crank (87 centimeter / 34.25 inch). While Shimano Catana FE 1000X may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa Ninja LT 5000-CX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.
What's the difference between Daiwa Ninja LT and Shimano Catana FE?
Daiwa Ninja LT 5000-CX
- 8.2 out of 10 (87 centimeter / 34.25 inch) in line retrieve, means it picks up line fast, very handy when chasing quick fish
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