Shimano Speedmaster Leverdrag II 25IIX vs Shimano Catana FE 2500X

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Shimano Speedmaster Leverdrag II, 25II, right hand, Multi Fishing Reel, Lever Drag, SPM25II
Shimano Speedmaster Leverdrag II
Multireels
85.30 out of 100
Value for money4.5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics3.4 out of 10
Gear ratio5.2:1/2.3:1
Maximum drag20kg / 44.09lbs
Weight1025g / 36.16oz
Line retireve per crank118 centimeter / 46.46 inch
Ball bearings4

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelMultireels
  • Price range~ €295.33
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size25II
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeLever drag
  • Handle orientationRight
  • Line capacity monofillbs/yds: 30/550
Shimano Catana FE, 2500, left and right hand, Spinning Fishing Reel, Front Drag, CAT2500FE
Shimano Catana FE
Spinning
51.90 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 drag4kg / 8.82lbs
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 size2500
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.25/160

Conclusion

Shimano Speedmaster Leverdrag II 25IIX clearly outshines Shimano Catana FE 2500X, offering significantly better performance in durability (9.5 out of 10) and maximum drag (20kg / 44,09lbs). While Shimano Catana FE 2500X may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano Speedmaster Leverdrag II 25IIX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Shimano Speedmaster Leverdrag II and Shimano Catana FE?

Shimano Speedmaster Leverdrag II 25IIX

  • Ready for saltwater, great for any multireels adventure.

Shimano Catana FE 2500X

  • 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