Shimano Catana FE 1000X vs Daiwa 23 LEGALIS LT 2000S-XH(U)X

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 23 LEGALIS LT

Spinning

64.00 out of 100

Value for money2.5 out of 5

Quality classLow

Durability3 out of 10

Ergonomics6.4 out of 10

Gear ratio6.2:1

Maximum drag5kg / 11.02lbs

Weight180g / 6.35oz

Line retireve per crank81 centimeter / 31.89 inch

Ball bearings5

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €70.33
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size2000S-XH(U)
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.14/150

Conclusion

Daiwa 23 LEGALIS LT 2000S-XH(U)X clearly outshines Shimano Catana FE 1000X, offering significantly better performance in gear ratio (6.2:1) and line retrieve per crank (81 centimeter / 31.89 inch). While Shimano Catana FE 1000X may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa 23 LEGALIS LT 2000S-XH(U)X is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Shimano Catana FE and Daiwa 23 LEGALIS LT?

Daiwa 23 LEGALIS LT 2000S-XH(U)X

6.57 out of 10 (81 centimeter / 31.89 inch) in line retrieve, means the reel delivers a steady and reliable retrieve which is ideal for most everyday techniques