Shimano Catana 1000 RC vs Shimano Ocea Jigger 4000 HGX

The selected categories are different, score metrics vary from category to another.

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 Ocea Jigger

Multireels

90.40 out of 100

Value for money4.5 out of 5

Quality classExcellent

Durability9.5 out of 10

Ergonomics3.8 out of 10

Gear ratio5.1:1

Maximum drag18kg / 39.68lbs

Weight791g / 27.9oz

Line retireve per crank117 centimeter / 46.06 inch

Ball bearings7

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelMultireels
Price range~ €509.60
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel size4000 HG
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeStar drag
Handle orientationRight
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.8/494

Conclusion

Shimano Ocea Jigger 4000 HGX clearly outshines Shimano Catana 1000 RC, offering significantly better performance in durability (9.5 out of 10) and total score (9.04 out of 10). While Shimano Catana 1000 RC may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano Ocea Jigger 4000 HGX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.