Shimano Catana FE 4000X vs Daiwa 23 NINJA LT LT2500-XHX

Shimano Catana FE

Spinning

48.90 out of 100

Value for money3.5 out of 5

Quality classLow

Durability2.74 out of 10

Ergonomics4 out of 10

Gear ratio5.2:1

Maximum drag8.5kg / 18,74lbs

Weight320g / 11.29oz

Line retireve per crank83 centimeter / 32.68 inch

Ball bearings3+1

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €34.33
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size4000
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.3/180

Daiwa 23 NINJA LT

Spinning

69.20 out of 100

Value for money3.5 out of 5

Quality classLow

Durability2.99 out of 10

Ergonomics6.23 out of 10

Gear ratio6.2:1

Maximum drag10kg / 22.05lbs

Weight230g / 8.11oz

Line retireve per crank87 centimeter / 34.25 inch

Ball bearings4

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €49.33
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel sizeLT2500-XH
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.2/150

Conclusion

Daiwa 23 NINJA LT LT2500-XHX clearly outshines Shimano Catana FE 4000X, offering significantly better performance in weight (230g / 8,11oz) and maximum drag (10kg / 22,05lbs). While Shimano Catana FE 4000X may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa 23 NINJA LT LT2500-XHX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.