Shimano Catana FE 1000X vs Shimano Tekota 600 Line Counter A 600 HGA LC / Right handX

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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

Shimano Tekota 600 Line Counter A

Multireels

600 Hga Lc / Right Handx

67.70 out of 100

Value for money4 out of 5

Quality classGood

Durability8.59 out of 10

Ergonomics5.99 out of 10

Gear ratio6.3:1

Maximum drag10.8kg / 23,81lbs

Weight484g / 17.07oz

Line retireve per crank96 centimeter / 37.8 inch

Ball bearings4

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelMultireels
Price range~ €179.00
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel size600 HGA LC
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeStar drag
Handle orientationRight
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.23/274

Conclusion

Shimano Tekota 600 Line Counter A 600 HGA LC / Right handX clearly outshines Shimano Catana FE 1000X, offering significantly better performance in durability (8.59 out of 10) and line retrieve per crank (96 centimeter / 37.8 inch). While Shimano Catana FE 1000X may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano Tekota 600 Line Counter A 600 HGA LC / Right handX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Shimano Catana FE and Shimano Tekota 600 Line Counter A?

Shimano Catana FE 1000X

Thanks to its 6.33 out of 10 (5.0:1) gear ratio, the reel offers a strong balance between torque and quick retrieval

Shimano Tekota 600 Line Counter A 600 HGA LC / Right handX

With a high retrieve rate of 9.07 out of 10 (96 centimeter / 37.8 inch), this reel is built for quick line recovery
Ready for saltwater, great for any multireels adventure.