Shimano Catana FE 2500X vs Daiwa 24 SALTIGA L

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Shimano Catana FE, 2500, left and right hand, Spinning Fishing Reel, Front Drag, CAT2500FE
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 SALTIGA L, 15, left hand, Slow-Jigging Fishing Reel, Star Drag, 10808-015
Daiwa 24 SALTIGA L
Multireels
92.00 out of 100
Value for money4.5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics5.99 out of 10
Gear ratio6.3:1
Maximum drag10kg / 22.05lbs
Weight485g / 17108oz
Line retireve per crank103 centimeter / 40551 inch
Ball bearings8

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDAIWA
  • The main category of the reelMultireels
  • Price range~ €499.33
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size15
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeStar drag
  • Handle orientationLeft
  • Line capacity monofil-

Conclusion

Daiwa 24 SALTIGA L clearly outshines Shimano Catana FE 2500X, offering significantly better performance in durability (9.5 out of 10) and line retrieve per crank (103 centimeter / 40551 inch). While Shimano Catana FE 2500X may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa 24 SALTIGA L is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Shimano Catana FE and Daiwa 24 SALTIGA L?

Shimano Catana FE 2500X

  • Thanks to its 6.33 out of 10 (5.0:1) gear ratio, the reel offers a strong balance between torque and quick retrieval

Daiwa 24 SALTIGA L

  • Ready for saltwater, great for any multireels adventure.