Shimano Catana 3000 SRC vs Daiwa Ninja LT 6000X

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 Ninja LT

Spinning

55.80 out of 100

Value for money3 out of 5

Quality classLow

Durability2.97 out of 10

Ergonomics4 out of 10

Gear ratio5.1:1

Maximum drag12kg / 26.46lbs

Weight370g / 13.05oz

Line retireve per crank92 centimeter / 36.22 inch

Ball bearings4

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €48.00
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size6000
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.4/150

Conclusion

Daiwa Ninja LT 6000X clearly outshines Shimano Catana 3000 SRC, offering significantly better performance in maximum drag (12kg / 26,46lbs) and line retrieve per crank (92 centimeter / 36.22 inch). While Shimano Catana 3000 SRC may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa Ninja LT 6000X is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.