Shimano Catana FE 2500X vs Daiwa 24 CERTATE(G) 5000DX

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 24 CERTATE(G)

Spinning

91.40 out of 100

Value for money4 out of 5

Quality classExcellent

Durability5.6 out of 10

Ergonomics6.03 out of 10

Gear ratio5.2:1

Maximum drag12kg / 26.46lbs

Weight290g / 10.23oz

Line retireve per crank87 centimeter / 34.25 inch

Ball bearings10

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €435.33
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size5000D
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.4/150

Conclusion

Daiwa 24 CERTATE(G) 5000DX clearly outshines Shimano Catana FE 2500X, offering significantly better performance in maximum drag (12kg / 26,46lbs) and total score (9.14 out of 10). While Shimano Catana FE 2500X may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa 24 CERTATE(G) 5000DX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.