Daiwa 22 Caldia LT (MQ) 1000DX vs Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A 5000 XGX

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Daiwa 22 Caldia LT (MQ), 1000D, left and right hand, Spinning Fishing Reel, Front Drag, 10426-100
Daiwa 22 Caldia LT (MQ)
Spinning
78.80 out of 100
Value for money4.5 out of 5
Quality classGood
Durability8.5 out of 10
Ergonomics6.43 out of 10
Gear ratio5.1:1
Maximum drag5kg / 11.02lbs
Weight170g / 6oz
Line retireve per crank64 centimeter / 25.2 inch
Ball bearings6

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDAIWA
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €151.50
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size1000D
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.2/150
Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A, 5000 XG, left and right hand, Saltwater fishing reel, Front Drag, SRG5000SWAXG
Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A
Seafishing
61.50 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classGood
Durability8.68 out of 10
Ergonomics5.76 out of 10
Gear ratio6.2:1
Maximum drag10kg / 22.05lbs
Weight450g / 15.87oz
Line retireve per crank105 centimeter / 41.34 inch
Ball bearings6

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelSeafishing
  • Price range~ €205.33
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size5000 XG
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.37/150

Conclusion

Daiwa 22 Caldia LT (MQ) 1000DX edges out Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A 5000 XGX with slightly better overall performance, especially on the gear ratio (5.1:1) and the total score (7.88 out of 10). Still, Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A 5000 XGX holds its own with strengths like a durability of 8.68 out of 10, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.

What's the difference between Daiwa 22 Caldia LT (MQ) and Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A?

Daiwa 22 Caldia LT (MQ) 1000DX

  • Thanks to its 7 out of 10 (5.1:1) gear ratio, the reel offers a strong balance between torque and quick retrieval