Daiwa 21 PROREX MQ LT 2500-XHX vs Daiwa 23 Caldia SW 4000D-CXHX

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Daiwa 21 PROREX MQ LT, 2500-XH, left and right hand, Spinning Fishing Reel, Front Drag, 10610-255
Daiwa 21 PROREX MQ LT
Spinning
89.40 out of 100
Value for money4.5 out of 5
Quality classGood
Durability4.6 out of 10
Ergonomics6.35 out of 10
Gear ratio6.2:1
Maximum drag10kg / 22.05lbs
Weight195g / 6.88oz
Line retireve per crank87 centimeter / 34.25 inch
Ball bearings6

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDAIWA
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €179.33
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size2500-XH
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.2/150
Daiwa 23 Caldia SW, 4000D-CXH, left and right hand, Sea Fishing Reel, Front Drag, 10320-405
Daiwa 23 Caldia SW
Seafishing
77.00 out of 100
Value for money4.5 out of 5
Quality classGood
Durability8.69 out of 10
Ergonomics5.99 out of 10
Gear ratio6.2:1
Maximum drag12kg / 26.46lbs
Weight290g / 10.23oz
Line retireve per crank99 centimeter / 38.98 inch
Ball bearings6+1

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDAIWA
  • The main category of the reelSeafishing
  • Price range~ €208.33
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size4000D-CXH
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.2/300

Conclusion

Daiwa 21 PROREX MQ LT 2500-XHX edges out Daiwa 23 Caldia SW 4000D-CXHX with slightly better overall performance, especially on the gear ratio (6.2:1) and the maximum drag (10kg / 22,05lbs). Still, Daiwa 23 Caldia SW 4000D-CXHX holds its own with strengths like a durability of 8.69 out of 10 and a line retrieve per crank of 99 centimeter / 38.98 inch, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.

What's the difference between Daiwa 21 PROREX MQ LT and Daiwa 23 Caldia SW?

Daiwa 21 PROREX MQ LT 2500-XHX

  • A fast gear ratio of 10 out of 10 (6.2:1), means the reel is built for speed and it's perfect for active retrieves, and quick follow ups

Daiwa 23 Caldia SW 4000D-CXHX

  • Built tough for the salt, ideal for seafishing.