Shimano Catana FE C 3000X vs Daiwa 24 TANACOM S 500J (U)

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

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 24 TANACOM S 500J (U)

Multireels

86.00 out of 100

Value for money4 out of 5

Quality classExcellent

Durability9.5 out of 10

Ergonomics3.8 out of 10

Gear ratio3.58:1

Maximum drag15kg / 33.07lbs

Weight800g / 28219oz

Line retireve per crank55 centimeter / 21654 inch

Ball bearings8

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelMultireels
Price range~ €599.33
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel size-
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeStar drag
Handle orientationRight
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.28/500

Conclusion

Daiwa 24 TANACOM S 500J (U) clearly outshines Shimano Catana FE C 3000X, offering significantly better performance in durability (9.5 out of 10) and total score (8.6 out of 10). While Shimano Catana FE C 3000X may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa 24 TANACOM S 500J (U) is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Shimano Catana FE and Daiwa 24 TANACOM S 500J (U)?

Shimano Catana FE C 3000X

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.
When it comes to retrieve speed, a score of 5.43 out of 10 (73 centimeter / 28.74 inch) means slower line pickup, great when you need more control for slower fishing styles