Shimano Catana FE 2500X vs Daiwa 23 FUEGO LT 2000S-XHX

Shimano Catana FE

Spinning

51.90 out of 100

Value for money4 out of 5

Quality classLow

Durability2.67 out of 10

Ergonomics6.13 out of 10

Gear ratio5.0:1

Maximum drag4kg / 8.82lbs

Weight260g / 9.17oz

Line retireve per crank73 centimeter / 28.74 inch

Ball bearings3+1

Technical Specifications

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

Daiwa 23 FUEGO LT

Spinning

76.60 out of 100

Value for money4.5 out of 5

Quality classMedium

Durability7.67 out of 10

Ergonomics6.4 out of 10

Gear ratio6.2:1

Maximum drag5kg / 11.02lbs

Weight180g / 6.35oz

Line retireve per crank81 centimeter / 31.89 inch

Ball bearings6

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €84.33
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel size2000S-XH
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.14/150

Conclusion

Daiwa 23 FUEGO LT 2000S-XHX clearly outshines Shimano Catana FE 2500X, offering significantly better performance in durability (7.67 out of 10) and gear ratio (6.2:1). While Shimano Catana FE 2500X may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa 23 FUEGO LT 2000S-XHX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.