Daiwa Sweepfire E 5000C - Spinning reel with front drag vs Shimano Catana FE C 3000X

Daiwa Sweepfire E 5000C - Spinning reel with front drag
Spinning
18.40 out of 100
Value for money3 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability2.59 out of 10
Ergonomics4 out of 10
Gear ratio4.6:1
Maximum drag-
Weight630g / 22.22oz
Line retireve per crank99cm / 38.98 inch
Ball bearings1
Technical Specifications
- BrandDAIWA
- The main category of the reelSpinning
- Price range~ €25.33
- Is saltwater resistantNo
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size5000
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofil0.35mm/370m

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
Shimano Catana FE C 3000X clearly outshines Daiwa Sweepfire E 5000C - Spinning reel with front drag, offering significantly better performance in maximum drag (8,5kg / 18,74lbs) and ball bearings (3+1). While Daiwa Sweepfire E 5000C - Spinning reel with front drag may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano Catana FE C 3000X is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.
What's the difference between Daiwa Sweepfire E 5000C - Spinning reel with front drag and Shimano Catana FE?
Shimano Catana FE C 3000X
- Thanks to its 6.33 out of 10 (5.0:1) gear ratio, the reel offers a strong balance between torque and quick retrieval
- 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
- With a score like 8.27 out of 10 (260g / 9,17oz), the reel feels light in the hand.. ideal for active techniques like twitching, jigging, or topwater.
- The reel scores 7 out of 10 (3+1) in bearings, offering smooth performance for regular use with no issues
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