Shimano Cardiff XR C2000SHGX vs Shimano Catana FE 2500 HGX

Shimano Cardiff XR
Spinning
86.30 out of 100
Value for money4.5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability5.5 out of 10
Ergonomics6.48 out of 10
Gear ratio6.1:1
Maximum drag3kg / 6.61lbs
Weight155g / 5.47oz
Line retireve per crank82 centimeter / 32.28 inch
Ball bearings10
Technical Specifications
- BrandSHIMANO
- The main category of the reelSpinning
- Price range~ €219.33
- Is saltwater resistantNo
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel sizeC2000SHG
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.16/105

Shimano Catana FE
Spinning
62.80 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability2.67 out of 10
Ergonomics6.13 out of 10
Gear ratio6.2:1
Maximum drag4kg / 8.82lbs
Weight260g / 9.17oz
Line retireve per crank91 centimeter / 35.83 inch
Ball bearings3+1
Technical Specifications
- BrandSHIMANO
- The main category of the reelSpinning
- Price range~ €30.33
- Is saltwater resistantNo
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size2500 HG
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.25/160
Conclusion
Shimano Cardiff XR C2000SHGX clearly outshines Shimano Catana FE 2500 HGX, offering significantly better performance in durability (5.5 out of 10) and total score (8.63 out of 10). While Shimano Catana FE 2500 HGX may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano Cardiff XR C2000SHGX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.
What's the difference between Shimano Cardiff XR and Shimano Catana FE?
Shimano Catana FE 2500 HGX
- The reel scores 7 out of 10 (3+1) in bearings, offering smooth performance for regular use with no issues
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