Shimano Catana FE 2500 HGX vs Daiwa 24 NZon Plus LT 5000S-CPX

The selected categories are different, score metrics vary from category to another.

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 NZon Plus LT

Feeder And Match

94.00 out of 100

Value for money5 out of 5

Quality classExcellent

Durability5.5 out of 10

Ergonomics5.97 out of 10

Gear ratio4.7:1

Maximum drag12kg / 26.46lbs

Weight290g / 10.23oz

Line retireve per crank79 centimeter / 31.1 inch

Ball bearings5

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelFeeder and match
Price range~ €177.33
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size5000S-CP
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.28/150

Conclusion

Daiwa 24 NZon Plus LT 5000S-CPX clearly outshines Shimano Catana FE 2500 HGX, offering significantly better performance in maximum drag (12kg / 26,46lbs) and total score (9.4 out of 10). While Shimano Catana FE 2500 HGX may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa 24 NZon Plus LT 5000S-CPX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.