Shimano Catana FE 2500 HGX vs Daiwa 17 Prorex LT 4000 D-CX

Shimano Catana FE

Spinning

62.80 out of 100

Value for money4 out of 5

Quality classLow

Durability2.67 out of 10

Ergonomics6.13 out of 10

Gear ratio6.2:1

Maximum drag4kg / 8.82lbs

Weight260g / 9.17oz

Line retireve per crank91 centimeter / 35.83 inch

Ball bearings3+1

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €30.33
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size2500 HG
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.25/160

Daiwa 17 Prorex LT

Spinning

4000 D-cx

84.20 out of 100

Value for money4 out of 5

Quality classGood

Durability4.58 out of 10

Ergonomics6.3 out of 10

Gear ratio5.2:1

Maximum drag12kg / 26.46lbs

Weight210g / 7.41oz

Line retireve per crank82 centimeter / 32.28 inch

Ball bearings6

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €176.20
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size4000 D-C
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.37/150

Conclusion

Daiwa 17 Prorex LT 4000 D-CX clearly outshines Shimano Catana FE 2500 HGX, offering significantly better performance in maximum drag (12kg / 26,46lbs) and total score (8.42 out of 10). While Shimano Catana FE 2500 HGX may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa 17 Prorex LT 4000 D-CX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.