Shimano Sahara FJ C 5000 XGX vs Shimano Catana FE 1000X

Shimano Sahara FJ

Spinning

70.00 out of 100

Value for money3 out of 5

Quality classLow

Durability7 out of 10

Ergonomics4 out of 10

Gear ratio6.2:1

Maximum drag11kg / 24.25lbs

Weight305g / 10.76oz

Line retireve per crank105 centimeter / 41.34 inch

Ball bearings4+1

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €74.33
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel sizeC 5000 XG
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.35/175

Shimano Catana FE

Spinning

49.10 out of 100

Value for money3.5 out of 5

Quality classLow

Durability2.67 out of 10

Ergonomics6.23 out of 10

Gear ratio5.0:1

Maximum drag3kg / 6.61lbs

Weight230g / 8.11oz

Line retireve per crank66 centimeter / 25.98 inch

Ball bearings3+1

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €30.33
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size1000
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.18/170

Conclusion

Shimano Sahara FJ C 5000 XGX clearly outshines Shimano Catana FE 1000X, offering significantly better performance in line retrieve per crank (105 centimeter / 41.34 inch) and maximum drag (11kg / 24,25lbs). While Shimano Catana FE 1000X may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano Sahara FJ C 5000 XGX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Shimano Sahara FJ and Shimano Catana FE?

Shimano Sahara FJ C 5000 XGX

A high retrieve rate of 10 out of 10 (105 centimeter / 41.34 inch), means the reel is made just for speed, perfect for speed fishing or covering water quickly
Saltwater-safe design makes it perfect for spinning conditions.