Abu GARCIA Zenon 1000 SX vs Daiwa 23 Caldia SW 6000D-HX

The selected categories are different, score metrics vary from category to another.

Abu GARCIA Zenon

Spinning

85.70 out of 100

Value for money4.5 out of 5

Quality classExcellent

Durability9.5 out of 10

Ergonomics6.55 out of 10

Gear ratio5.2:1

Maximum drag3kg / 6.61lbs

Weight135g / 4.76oz

Line retireve per crank63 centimeter / 24.8 inch

Ball bearings11

Technical Specifications

BrandABU GARCIA
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €326.00
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel size1000 S
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.17/100

Daiwa 23 Caldia SW

Seafishing

63.20 out of 100

Value for money4 out of 5

Quality classGood

Durability8.71 out of 10

Ergonomics5.79 out of 10

Gear ratio5.7:1

Maximum drag12kg / 26.46lbs

Weight425g / 14.99oz

Line retireve per crank101 centimeter / 39.76 inch

Ball bearings6+1

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelSeafishing
Price range~ €213.33
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel size6000D-H
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.24/300

Conclusion

Abu GARCIA Zenon 1000 SX clearly outshines Daiwa 23 Caldia SW 6000D-HX, offering significantly better performance in gear ratio (5.2:1) and total score (8.57 out of 10). While Daiwa 23 Caldia SW 6000D-HX may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Abu GARCIA Zenon 1000 SX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.