Shimano Catana FE 1000X vs Daiwa 23 NINJA LT 3000-C / JB4 0.19MM YELLOW 3000-CX

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 NINJA LT 3000-C / JB4 0.19MM YELLOW

Spinning

3000-cx

63.50 out of 100

Value for money3 out of 5

Quality classLow

Durability3 out of 10

Ergonomics6.2 out of 10

Gear ratio5.3:1

Maximum drag10kg / 22.05lbs

Weight240g / 8.47oz

Line retireve per crank80 centimeter / 31.5 inch

Ball bearings4

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €61.33
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size3000-C
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.23/150

Conclusion

Daiwa 23 NINJA LT 3000-C / JB4 0.19MM YELLOW 3000-CX clearly outshines Shimano Catana FE 1000X, offering significantly better performance in maximum drag (10kg / 22,05lbs) and line retrieve per crank (80 centimeter / 31.5 inch). While Shimano Catana FE 1000X may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa 23 NINJA LT 3000-C / JB4 0.19MM YELLOW 3000-CX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Shimano Catana FE and Daiwa 23 NINJA LT 3000-C / JB4 0.19MM YELLOW?

Daiwa 23 NINJA LT 3000-C / JB4 0.19MM YELLOW 3000-CX

6.43 out of 10 (80 centimeter / 31.5 inch) in line retrieve, means the reel delivers a steady and reliable retrieve which is ideal for most everyday techniques