Shimano Catana 3000 SRC vs Shimano 21 Nexave FI 1000X

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

Shimano 21 Nexave FI
Spinning
50.20 out of 100
Value for money3 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability2.82 out of 10
Ergonomics6.27 out of 10
Gear ratio5.0:1
Maximum drag-
Weight220g / 7.76oz
Line retireve per crank66 centimeter / 25.98 inch
Ball bearings4
Technical Specifications
- BrandSHIMANO
- The main category of the reelSpinning
- Price range~ €39.33
- Is saltwater resistantNo
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size1000
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.2/140
Conclusion
Shimano 21 Nexave FI 1000X clearly outshines Shimano Catana 3000 SRC, offering significantly better performance in ergonomics (6.27 out of 10) and ball bearings (4). While Shimano Catana 3000 SRC may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano 21 Nexave FI 1000X is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.
What's the difference between Shimano Catana 3000 SRC and Shimano 21 Nexave FI?
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
- When it comes to retrieve speed, a score of 5.86 out of 10 (76cm / 29.92 inch) means slower line pickup, great when you need more control for slower fishing styles
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