Shimano Catana FE 2500X vs Daiwa 24 TDR QD 3012QD-DHX

The selected categories are different, score metrics vary from category to another.

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 TDR QD

Feeder And Match

84.40 out of 100

Value for money4.5 out of 5

Quality classExcellent

Durability5.5 out of 10

Ergonomics5.94 out of 10

Gear ratio4.8:1

Maximum drag12kg / 26.46lbs

Weight300g / 10.58oz

Line retireve per crank79 centimeter / 31.1 inch

Ball bearings8+1

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelFeeder and match
Price range~ €229.33
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size3012QD-DH
Handle typeDouble handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.28/150

Conclusion

Daiwa 24 TDR QD 3012QD-DHX clearly outshines Shimano Catana FE 2500X, offering significantly better performance in maximum drag (12kg / 26,46lbs) and total score (8.44 out of 10). While Shimano Catana FE 2500X may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa 24 TDR QD 3012QD-DHX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.