Daiwa 21 Presso LT 2000 SS-PX vs Daiwa 23 Caldia SW 8000-HX

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Daiwa 21 Presso LT, 2000 SS-P, left and right hand, Forellen Spinning fishing reel, Front Drag, 60381
Daiwa 21 Presso LT
Spinning
78.80 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability5.55 out of 10
Ergonomics6.5 out of 10
Gear ratio4.9:1
Maximum drag5kg / 11.02lbs
Weight150g / 5291oz
Line retireve per crank64 centimeter / 25197 inch
Ball bearings12

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDAIWA
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €367.40
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size2000 SS-P
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.12/100
Daiwa 23 Caldia SW, 8000-H, left and right hand, Sea Fishing Reel, Front Drag, 10320-805
Daiwa 23 Caldia SW
Seafishing
66.30 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classGood
Durability8.81 out of 10
Ergonomics5.5 out of 10
Gear ratio5.7:1
Maximum drag15kg / 33.07lbs
Weight630g / 22.22oz
Line retireve per crank110 centimeter / 43.31 inch
Ball bearings6+1

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDAIWA
  • The main category of the reelSeafishing
  • Price range~ €242.33
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size8000-H
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.28/300

Conclusion

Daiwa 21 Presso LT 2000 SS-PX edges out Daiwa 23 Caldia SW 8000-HX with slightly better overall performance, especially on the gear ratio (4.9:1) and the total score (7.88 out of 10). Still, Daiwa 23 Caldia SW 8000-HX holds its own with strengths like a ball bearings of 6+1 and a durability of 8.81 out of 10, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.

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

Daiwa 21 Presso LT 2000 SS-PX

  • The 5.67 out of 10 (4.9:1) gear ratio gives you the power you need to handle heavy lures and strong large fish out of cover

Daiwa 23 Caldia SW 8000-HX

  • With a fast retrieve 6+1, the reel helps you stay on top of fast runs and cover water efficiently
  • Built tough for the salt, ideal for seafishing.