Shimano Catana 2500 RC vs Daiwa GS LTD 4000X

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 GS LTD
Spinning
51.10 out of 100
Value for money3.5 out of 5
Quality classMedium
Durability3.67 out of 10
Ergonomics4 out of 10
Gear ratio4.9:1
Maximum drag0lbs
Weight400g / 14.11oz
Line retireve per crank87 centimeter / 34.25 inch
Ball bearings4
Technical Specifications
- BrandDAIWA
- The main category of the reelSpinning
- Price range~ €84.33
- Is saltwater resistantNo
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size4000
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.3/270
Conclusion
Daiwa GS LTD 4000X clearly outshines Shimano Catana 2500 RC, offering significantly better performance in line retrieve per crank (87 centimeter / 34.25 inch) and ball bearings (4). While Shimano Catana 2500 RC may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa GS LTD 4000X is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.
What's the difference between Shimano Catana 2500 RC and Daiwa GS LTD?
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.
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