Shimano Catana 3000 SRC vs Daiwa 21 PROREX MQ LT 2500DX

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 PROREX MQ LT

Spinning

82.00 out of 100

Value for money4 out of 5

Quality classGood

Durability4.6 out of 10

Ergonomics6.35 out of 10

Gear ratio5.2:1

Maximum drag10kg / 22.05lbs

Weight195g / 6.88oz

Line retireve per crank73 centimeter / 28.74 inch

Ball bearings6

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €179.33
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size2500D
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.28/150

Conclusion

Daiwa 21 PROREX MQ LT 2500DX clearly outshines Shimano Catana 3000 SRC, offering significantly better performance in maximum drag (10kg / 22,05lbs) and ball bearings (6). While Shimano Catana 3000 SRC may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa 21 PROREX MQ LT 2500DX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.