Shimano Catana 1000 RC vs Daiwa 24 LUVIAS LT 2500SX

Shimano Catana 1000 RC

Spinning

47.00 out of 100

Value for money3.5 out of 5

Quality classLow

Durability2.72 out of 10

Ergonomics4.1 out of 10

Gear ratio5.2:1

Maximum drag4kg / 8.82 lbs

Weight270g / 9.52oz

Line retireve per crank69cm / 27.17 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 size1000
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeRead drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/m: 0.18/170. 0.20/140, 0.25/90

Daiwa 24 LUVIAS LT

Spinning

86.70 out of 100

Value for money4.5 out of 5

Quality classExcellent

Durability5.52 out of 10

Ergonomics6.5 out of 10

Gear ratio5.1:1

Maximum drag55kg / 121.25lbs

Weight150g / 5.29oz

Line retireve per crank72 centimeter / 28.35 inch

Ball bearings9

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €324.33
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size2500S
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.16/150

Conclusion

Daiwa 24 LUVIAS LT 2500SX clearly outshines Shimano Catana 1000 RC, offering significantly better performance in maximum drag (55kg / 121,25lbs) and total score (8.67 out of 10). While Shimano Catana 1000 RC may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa 24 LUVIAS LT 2500SX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Shimano Catana 1000 RC and Daiwa 24 LUVIAS LT?

Shimano Catana 1000 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

Daiwa 24 LUVIAS LT 2500SX

When it comes to retrieve speed, a score of 5.29 out of 10 (72 centimeter / 28.35 inch) means slower line pickup, great when you need more control for slower fishing styles