Shimano Catana FE C 3000X vs Daiwa 23 NINJA LT LT2500-XHX

Shimano Catana FE

Spinning

53.00 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 drag8.5kg / 18,74lbs

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 sizeC 3000
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.25/210

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 edges out Shimano Catana FE C 3000X with slightly better overall performance, especially on the gear ratio (6.2:1) and the maximum drag (10kg / 22,05lbs). Still, Shimano Catana FE C 3000X holds its own with strengths like a ball bearings of 3+1, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.