Shimano Catana FE 2500X vs Daiwa Sweepfire E 3500C - Spinning reel with front drag

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 Sweepfire E 3500C - Spinning reel with front drag
Spinning
42.60 out of 100
Value for money3.5 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability2.5 out of 10
Ergonomics4 out of 10
Gear ratio5.3:1
Maximum drag-
Weight370g / 13.05oz
Line retireve per crank92cm / 36.22 inch
Ball bearings1
Technical Specifications
- BrandDAIWA
- The main category of the reelSpinning
- Price range~ €17.33
- Is saltwater resistantNo
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size3500
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofil0.30mm/220m
Conclusion
Shimano Catana FE 2500X clearly outshines Daiwa Sweepfire E 3500C - Spinning reel with front drag, offering significantly better performance in maximum drag (4kg / 8,82lbs) and ball bearings (3+1). While Daiwa Sweepfire E 3500C - Spinning reel with front drag may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano Catana FE 2500X is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.
What's the difference between Shimano Catana FE and Daiwa Sweepfire E 3500C - Spinning reel with front drag?
Shimano Catana FE 2500X
- Designed with a light drag at 5.69 out of 10 (4kg / 8,82lbs), the reel is perfect when you're going after small fish or using ultralight setups
- With a score like 8.27 out of 10 (260g / 9,17oz), the reel feels light in the hand.. ideal for active techniques like twitching, jigging, or topwater.
- The reel scores 7 out of 10 (3+1) in bearings, offering smooth performance for regular use with no issues
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