Delphin BRONZ 5000X vs Shimano Catana 1000 RC

Delphin BRONZ, 5000, 5T, left and right hand, Spinning fishing reel, Front Drag, 101003747
Delphin BRONZ
Spinning
51.10 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability2.5 out of 10
Ergonomics6.15 out of 10
Gear ratio5.2:1
Maximum drag0lbs
Weight254g / 8.96oz
Line retireve per crank-
Ball bearings2

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDELPHIN
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €16.95
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size5000
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.24/310
Shimano Catana 1000 RC, Spinning reel with rear drag
Shimano Catana 1000 RC
Spinning
47.00 out of 100
Value for money3.5 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability2.72 out of 10
Ergonomics4.1 out of 10
Gear ratio5.2:1
Maximum drag4kg / 8.82 lbs
Weight270g / 9.52oz
Line retireve per crank69cm / 27.17 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 size1000
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeRead drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/m: 0.18/170. 0.20/140, 0.25/90

Conclusion

Delphin BRONZ 5000X clearly outshines Shimano Catana 1000 RC, offering significantly better performance in ergonomics (6.15 out of 10) and total score (5.11 out of 10). While Shimano Catana 1000 RC may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Delphin BRONZ 5000X is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Delphin BRONZ and Shimano Catana 1000 RC?

Shimano Catana 1000 RC

  • Designed with a light drag at 5.69 out of 10 (4kg / 8.82 lbs), the reel is perfect when you're going after small fish or using ultralight setups
  • 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