Shimano Catana 4000 RC vs Daiwa 23 NINJA LT 2500 / JB4 0.17MM YELLOW 2500X

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 NINJA LT 2500 / JB4 0.17MM YELLOW

Spinning

2500x

62.60 out of 100

Value for money3 out of 5

Quality classLow

Durability3 out of 10

Ergonomics6.23 out of 10

Gear ratio5.3:1

Maximum drag10kg / 22.05lbs

Weight230g / 8.11oz

Line retireve per crank75 centimeter / 29.53 inch

Ball bearings4

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €59.33
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size2500
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.2/150

Conclusion

Daiwa 23 NINJA LT 2500 / JB4 0.17MM YELLOW 2500X clearly outshines Shimano Catana 4000 RC, offering significantly better performance in weight (230g / 8,11oz) and ergonomics (6.23 out of 10). While Shimano Catana 4000 RC may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa 23 NINJA LT 2500 / JB4 0.17MM YELLOW 2500X is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.