Daiwa 20 Fuego LT 5000-CX vs Daiwa 22 Caldia LT (MQ) 2500DX

Daiwa 20 Fuego LT, 5000-C, left and right hand, Spinning Fishing Reel, Front Drag, 10223-500
Daiwa 20 Fuego LT
Spinning
68.50 out of 100
Value for money2.5 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability3 out of 10
Ergonomics6.17 out of 10
Gear ratio5.2:1
Maximum drag12kg / 26.46lbs
Weight250g / 8.82oz
Line retireve per crank87 centimeter / 34.25 inch
Ball bearings6

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDAIWA
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €79.40
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size5000-C
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.37/150
Daiwa 22 Caldia LT (MQ), 2500D, left and right hand, Spinning Fishing Reel, Front Drag, 10426-250
Daiwa 22 Caldia LT (MQ)
Spinning
87.60 out of 100
Value for money4.5 out of 5
Quality classGood
Durability8.54 out of 10
Ergonomics6.35 out of 10
Gear ratio5.2:1
Maximum drag10kg / 22.05lbs
Weight195g / 6.88oz
Line retireve per crank73 centimeter / 28.74 inch
Ball bearings6

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDAIWA
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €163.20
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size2500D
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.28/150

Conclusion

Daiwa 22 Caldia LT (MQ) 2500DX edges out Daiwa 20 Fuego LT 5000-CX with slightly better overall performance, especially on the durability (8.54 out of 10) and the total score (8.76 out of 10). Still, Daiwa 20 Fuego LT 5000-CX holds its own with strengths like a line retrieve per crank of 87 centimeter / 34.25 inch and a maximum drag of 12kg / 26,46lbs, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.

What's the difference between Daiwa 20 Fuego LT and Daiwa 22 Caldia LT (MQ)?

Daiwa 22 Caldia LT (MQ) 2500DX

  • Saltwater-safe design makes it perfect for spinning conditions.