Shimano Catana FE C 3000 HGX vs Daiwa 20 Airity LT 2500X-HX

Shimano Catana FE

Spinning

63.80 out of 100

Value for money4 out of 5

Quality classLow

Durability2.67 out of 10

Ergonomics6.13 out of 10

Gear ratio6.2:1

Maximum drag8.5kg / 18,74lbs

Weight260g / 9.17oz

Line retireve per crank91 centimeter / 35.83 inch

Ball bearings3+1

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €30.33
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel sizeC 3000 HG
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.25/210

Daiwa 20 Airity LT

Spinning

95.00 out of 100

Value for money5 out of 5

Quality classExcellent

Durability5.5 out of 10

Ergonomics6.38 out of 10

Gear ratio6.2:1

Maximum drag10kg / 22.05lbs

Weight185g / 6.53oz

Line retireve per crank87 centimeter / 34.25 inch

Ball bearings8

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €261.70
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size2500X-H
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.2/150

Conclusion

Daiwa 20 Airity LT 2500X-HX clearly outshines Shimano Catana FE C 3000 HGX, offering significantly better performance in maximum drag (10kg / 22,05lbs) and total score (9.5 out of 10). While Shimano Catana FE C 3000 HGX may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa 20 Airity LT 2500X-HX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.