Shimano Catana 4000 RC vs Daiwa 22 Exist LT PC 2500D-HX

Shimano Catana 4000 RC
Spinning
46.10 out of 100
Value for money3.5 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability2.72 out of 10
Ergonomics2 out of 10
Gear ratio5.2:1
Maximum drag7kg / 15.43 lbs
Weight370g / 13.05oz
Line retireve per crank82cm / 32.28 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 size4000
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeRead drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/m: 0.25/260. 0.30/180, 0.35/130

Daiwa 22 Exist LT
Spinning
95.00 out of 100
Value for money3.5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics6.43 out of 10
Gear ratio5.7:1
Maximum drag10kg / 22.05lbs
Weight170g / 6oz
Line retireve per crank80 centimeter
Ball bearings12
Technical Specifications
- BrandDAIWA
- The main category of the reelSpinning
- Price range~ €661.33
- Is saltwater resistantYes
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel sizePC 2500D-H
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.28/150
Conclusion
Daiwa 22 Exist LT PC 2500D-HX clearly outshines Shimano Catana 4000 RC, offering significantly better performance in durability (9.5 out of 10) and total score (9.5 out of 10). While Shimano Catana 4000 RC may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa 22 Exist LT PC 2500D-HX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.
What's the difference between Shimano Catana 4000 RC and Daiwa 22 Exist LT?
Shimano Catana 4000 RC
- 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
Daiwa 22 Exist LT PC 2500D-HX
- With a score like 8.87 out of 10 (170g / 6oz), the reel feels light in the hand.. ideal for active techniques like twitching, jigging, or topwater.
- Saltwater-safe design makes it perfect for spinning conditions.
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