Shimano Catana FE 2500X vs Daiwa 24 REGAL LT 3000D-CXH 3000D-CXHX

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 REGAL LT 3000D-CXH

Spinning

3000d-cxhx

72.80 out of 100

Value for money3 out of 5

Quality classLow

Durability3 out of 10

Ergonomics6.32 out of 10

Gear ratio6.2:1

Maximum drag10kg / 22.05lbs

Weight205g / 7.23oz

Line retireve per crank93 centimeter / 36.61 inch

Ball bearings6

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €76.33
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size3000D-CXH
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.33/150

Conclusion

Daiwa 24 REGAL LT 3000D-CXH 3000D-CXHX clearly outshines Shimano Catana FE 2500X, offering significantly better performance in maximum drag (10kg / 22,05lbs) and gear ratio (6.2:1). While Shimano Catana FE 2500X may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa 24 REGAL LT 3000D-CXH 3000D-CXHX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.