Shimano Catana 4000 RC vs Daiwa 23 FUEGO LT 6000DX

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 23 FUEGO LT

Spinning

70.00 out of 100

Value for money4 out of 5

Quality classMedium

Durability7.74 out of 10

Ergonomics4 out of 10

Gear ratio5.1:1

Maximum drag12kg / 26.46lbs

Weight315g / 11.11oz

Line retireve per crank92 centimeter / 36.22 inch

Ball bearings6

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €99.33
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel size6000D
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.43/150

Conclusion

Daiwa 23 FUEGO LT 6000DX clearly outshines Shimano Catana 4000 RC, offering significantly better performance in durability (7.74 out of 10) and ball bearings (6). While Shimano Catana 4000 RC may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa 23 FUEGO LT 6000DX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.