Shimano Catana FE 1000X vs Daiwa 20 Fuego LT 4000-CXHX

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

Daiwa 20 Fuego LT

Spinning

73.90 out of 100

Value for money3 out of 5

Quality classLow

Durability3 out of 10

Ergonomics6.22 out of 10

Gear ratio6.2:1

Maximum drag12kg / 26.46lbs

Weight235g / 8.29oz

Line retireve per crank99 centimeter / 38.98 inch

Ball bearings6

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €74.80
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size4000-CXH
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.28/150

Conclusion

Daiwa 20 Fuego LT 4000-CXHX clearly outshines Shimano Catana FE 1000X, offering significantly better performance in line retrieve per crank (99 centimeter / 38.98 inch) and maximum drag (12kg / 26,46lbs). While Shimano Catana FE 1000X may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa 20 Fuego LT 4000-CXHX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Shimano Catana FE and Daiwa 20 Fuego LT?

Daiwa 20 Fuego LT 4000-CXHX

A high retrieve rate of 9.4 out of 10 (99 centimeter / 38.98 inch), means the reel is made just for speed, perfect for speed fishing or covering water quickly