Shimano Catana FE 2500 HGX vs Daiwa 24 LUVIAS LT 3000DX

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 24 LUVIAS LT

Spinning

88.50 out of 100

Value for money4.5 out of 5

Quality classExcellent

Durability5.52 out of 10

Ergonomics6.42 out of 10

Gear ratio5.2:1

Maximum drag10kg / 22.05lbs

Weight175g / 6.17oz

Line retireve per crank77 centimeter / 30.32 inch

Ball bearings9

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €329.33
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size3000D
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.33/150

Conclusion

Daiwa 24 LUVIAS LT 3000DX clearly outshines Shimano Catana FE 2500 HGX, offering significantly better performance in maximum drag (10kg / 22,05lbs) and durability (5.52 out of 10). While Shimano Catana FE 2500 HGX may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa 24 LUVIAS LT 3000DX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.