Shimano Twinpower FD 4000M HG 4000MHGX vs Shimano Catana 2500 RC

Shimano Twinpower FD 4000M HG, 4000MHG, left and right hand, Spinning Reel, Front Drag, TP4000MHGFD
Shimano Twinpower FD 4000M HG
Spinning
4000mhgx
94.90 out of 100
Value for money4.5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability5.56 out of 10
Ergonomics6.1 out of 10
Gear ratio5.8:1
Maximum drag11kg / 24.25lbs
Weight270g / 9.52oz
Line retireve per crank95 centimeter / 37.4 inch
Ball bearings10

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €389.80
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size4000MHG
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.25/165
Shimano Catana 2500 RC, Spinning reel with rear drag
Shimano Catana 2500 RC
Spinning
49.20 out of 100
Value for money3.5 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability2.72 out of 10
Ergonomics4 out of 10
Gear ratio5.2:1
Maximum drag4kg / 8.82 lbs
Weight300g / 10.58oz
Line retireve per crank76cm / 29.92 inch
Ball bearings2 Shielded Stainless Steel + 1 Roller Bearing

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €33.33
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size2500
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeRead drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/m: 0.18/290. 0.20/240, 0.25/160

Conclusion

Shimano Twinpower FD 4000M HG 4000MHGX clearly outshines Shimano Catana 2500 RC, offering significantly better performance in total score (9.49 out of 10) and maximum drag (11kg / 24,25lbs). While Shimano Catana 2500 RC may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano Twinpower FD 4000M HG 4000MHGX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Shimano Twinpower FD 4000M HG and Shimano Catana 2500 RC?

Shimano Catana 2500 RC

  • A bearing score of 5 out of 10 (2 Shielded Stainless Steel + 1 Roller Bearing) gets the job done (basic but dependable) especially for beginners or casual anglers