Shimano Catana 3000 SRC vs Daiwa 21 Luvias Airity 3000X

Shimano Catana 3000 SRC, Spinning reel with rear drag
Shimano Catana 3000 SRC
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 size3000 S
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeRead drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/m: 0.2/220. 0.25/140, 0.3/100
Daiwa 21 Luvias Airity, 3000, LT, left and right hand, Spinning fishing reel, Front Drag, 10010-300
Daiwa 21 Luvias Airity
Spinning
84.00 out of 100
Value for money3.5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability5.67 out of 10
Ergonomics6.37 out of 10
Gear ratio5.2:1
Maximum drag-
Weight190g / 6.7oz
Line retireve per crank77 centimeter / 30.31 inch
Ball bearings11

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDAIWA
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €537.00
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size3000
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.13/200

Conclusion

Daiwa 21 Luvias Airity 3000X clearly outshines Shimano Catana 3000 SRC, offering significantly better performance in total score (8.4 out of 10) and durability (5.67 out of 10). While Shimano Catana 3000 SRC may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa 21 Luvias Airity 3000X is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Shimano Catana 3000 SRC and Daiwa 21 Luvias Airity?

Shimano Catana 3000 SRC

  • 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
  • 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