Shimano Twin Power FE 2500SHGFEX vs Shimano Catana FE 4000X

Shimano Twin Power FE

Spinning

87.70 out of 100

Value for money4 out of 5

Quality classExcellent

Durability5.56 out of 10

Ergonomics6.3 out of 10

Gear ratio5.8:1

Maximum drag4kg / 8.82lbs

Weight210g / 7.41oz

Line retireve per crank86 centimeter / 33.86 inch

Ball bearings9+1

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €389.33
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size2500SHGFE
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.18/120

Shimano Catana FE

Spinning

48.90 out of 100

Value for money3.5 out of 5

Quality classLow

Durability2.74 out of 10

Ergonomics4 out of 10

Gear ratio5.2:1

Maximum drag8.5kg / 18,74lbs

Weight320g / 11.29oz

Line retireve per crank83 centimeter / 32.68 inch

Ball bearings3+1

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €34.33
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size4000
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.3/180

Conclusion

Shimano Twin Power FE 2500SHGFEX clearly outshines Shimano Catana FE 4000X, offering significantly better performance in weight (210g / 7,41oz) and total score (8.77 out of 10). While Shimano Catana FE 4000X may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano Twin Power FE 2500SHGFEX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.