Shimano Catana FE 1000X vs Daiwa Ninja LT 6000X

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 Ninja LT

Spinning

55.80 out of 100

Value for money3 out of 5

Quality classLow

Durability2.97 out of 10

Ergonomics4 out of 10

Gear ratio5.1:1

Maximum drag12kg / 26.46lbs

Weight370g / 13.05oz

Line retireve per crank92 centimeter / 36.22 inch

Ball bearings4

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €48.00
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size6000
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.4/150

Conclusion

Daiwa Ninja LT 6000X clearly outshines Shimano Catana FE 1000X, offering significantly better performance in maximum drag (12kg / 26,46lbs) and line retrieve per crank (92 centimeter / 36.22 inch). While Shimano Catana FE 1000X may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa Ninja LT 6000X is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.