Daiwa 21 PROREX MQ LT 3000D-CX vs Daiwa 23 Caldia SW 6000D-HX

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

Daiwa 21 PROREX MQ LT

Spinning

82.70 out of 100

Value for money4 out of 5

Quality classGood

Durability4.62 out of 10

Ergonomics6.32 out of 10

Gear ratio5.2:1

Maximum drag10kg / 22.05lbs

Weight205g / 7.23oz

Line retireve per crank77 centimeter / 30.31 inch

Ball bearings6

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €185.33
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size3000D-C
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.33/150

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

Daiwa 21 PROREX MQ LT 3000D-CX edges out Daiwa 23 Caldia SW 6000D-HX with slightly better overall performance, especially on the gear ratio (5.2:1) and the line retrieve per crank (77 centimeter / 30.31 inch). Still, Daiwa 23 Caldia SW 6000D-HX holds its own with strengths like a durability of 8.71 out of 10 and a ball bearings of 6+1, 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 3000D-CX

The reel brings in line quickly with its 8 out of 10 (5.2:1) rating, making it a great fit for power fishing
6 out of 10 (77 centimeter / 30.31 inch) in line retrieve, means the reel delivers a steady and reliable retrieve which is ideal for most everyday techniques