Shimano Catana 1000 RC vs Shimano Catana FE 4000 HGX

Shimano Catana 1000 RC, Spinning reel with rear drag
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
Shimano Catana FE, 4000 HG, left and right hand, Spinning Fishing Reel, Front Drag, CAT4000HGFE
Shimano Catana FE
Spinning
53.70 out of 100
Value for money3.5 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability2.74 out of 10
Ergonomics4 out of 10
Gear ratio5.8:1
Maximum drag8.5kg / 18,74lbs
Weight320g / 11.29oz
Line retireve per crank93 centimeter / 36.61 inch
Ball bearings3+1

Technical Specifications

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

Conclusion

Shimano Catana FE 4000 HGX clearly outshines Shimano Catana 1000 RC, offering significantly better performance in line retrieve per crank (93 centimeter / 36.61 inch) and ball bearings (3+1). While Shimano Catana 1000 RC may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano Catana FE 4000 HGX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Shimano Catana 1000 RC and Shimano Catana FE?

Shimano Catana FE 4000 HGX

  • 8.8 out of 10 (93 centimeter / 36.61 inch) in line retrieve, means it picks up line fast, very handy when chasing quick fish