Shimano Catana FE 2500 HGX vs Delphin ANTIGRAVITY 2000X

Shimano Catana FE, 2500 HG, left and right hand, Spinning Fishing Reel, Front Drag, CAT2500HGFE
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
Delphin ANTIGRAVITY, 2000, 2T, left and right hand, Spinning fishing reel, Front Drag, 101001203
Delphin ANTIGRAVITY
Spinning
47.60 out of 100
Value for money3.5 out of 5
Quality classMedium
Durability3.7 out of 10
Ergonomics6.41 out of 10
Gear ratio5.2:1
Maximum drag0lbs
Weight176g / 6.21oz
Line retireve per crank0 inch
Ball bearings10+1

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDELPHIN
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €89.95
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size2000
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.12/290

Conclusion

Shimano Catana FE 2500 HGX clearly outshines Delphin ANTIGRAVITY 2000X, offering significantly better performance in line retrieve per crank (91 centimeter / 35.83 inch) and maximum drag (4kg / 8,82lbs). While Delphin ANTIGRAVITY 2000X may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano Catana FE 2500 HGX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Shimano Catana FE and Delphin ANTIGRAVITY?

Shimano Catana FE 2500 HGX

  • Designed with a light drag at 5.69 out of 10 (4kg / 8,82lbs), the reel is perfect when you're going after small fish or using ultralight setups
  • 8.6 out of 10 (91 centimeter / 35.83 inch) in line retrieve, means it picks up line fast, very handy when chasing quick fish
  • The reel scores 7 out of 10 (3+1) in bearings, offering smooth performance for regular use with no issues