Shimano Catana FE C 3000X vs Shimano Twin Power FE 4000XGFEX

Shimano Catana FE, C 3000, left and right hand, Spinning Fishing Reel, Front Drag, CATC3000FE
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
Shimano Twin Power FE, 4000XGFE, left and right hand, Stationary fishing reel, Front Drag, TP4000XGFE
Shimano Twin Power FE
Spinning
95.00 out of 100
Value for money4.5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability5.57 out of 10
Ergonomics6.13 out of 10
Gear ratio6.2:1
Maximum drag11kg / 24.25lbs
Weight260g / 9.17oz
Line retireve per crank101 centimeter / 39.76 inch
Ball bearings9+1

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €399.33
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size4000XGFE
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.35/130

Conclusion

Shimano Twin Power FE 4000XGFEX clearly outshines Shimano Catana FE C 3000X, offering significantly better performance in total score (9.5 out of 10) and line retrieve per crank (101 centimeter / 39.76 inch). While Shimano Catana FE C 3000X may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano Twin Power FE 4000XGFEX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Shimano Catana FE and Shimano Twin Power FE?

Shimano Catana FE C 3000X

  • The reel scores 7 out of 10 (3+1) in bearings, offering smooth performance for regular use with no issues