Shimano Catana 2500 RC vs Daiwa Freams LT 6000D-HX

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

Daiwa Freams LT

Spinning

73.20 out of 100

Value for money4.5 out of 5

Quality classGood

Durability4.5 out of 10

Ergonomics4 out of 10

Gear ratio5.7:1

Maximum drag-

Weight330g / 11.64oz

Line retireve per crank101 centimeter / 39.76 inch

Ball bearings5

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €120.20
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size6000D-H
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.43/150

Conclusion

Daiwa Freams LT 6000D-HX clearly outshines Shimano Catana 2500 RC, offering significantly better performance in line retrieve per crank (101 centimeter / 39.76 inch) and ball bearings (5). While Shimano Catana 2500 RC may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa Freams LT 6000D-HX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Shimano Catana 2500 RC and Daiwa Freams LT?

Shimano Catana 2500 RC

Designed with a light drag at 5.69 out of 10 (4kg / 8.82 lbs), the reel is perfect when you're going after small fish or using ultralight setups
With a score like 8 out of 10 (300g / 10.58oz), the reel feels light in the hand.. ideal for active techniques like twitching, jigging, or topwater.