Daiwa 22 Caldia LT (MQ) 2000DX vs Daiwa 23 MATCHMAN 2500X

Daiwa 22 Caldia LT (MQ)
Spinning
79.00 out of 100
Value for money4.5 out of 5
Quality classGood
Durability8.53 out of 10
Ergonomics6.42 out of 10
Gear ratio5.1:1
Maximum drag5kg / 11.02lbs
Weight175g / 6.17oz
Line retireve per crank67 centimeter / 26.38 inch
Ball bearings6
Technical Specifications
- BrandDAIWA
- The main category of the reelSpinning
- Price range~ €159.80
- Is saltwater resistantYes
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size2000D
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.23/150

Daiwa 23 MATCHMAN
Spinning
53.50 out of 100
Value for money3 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability2.92 out of 10
Ergonomics6 out of 10
Gear ratio5.3:1
Maximum drag4kg / 8.82lbs
Weight300g / 10.58oz
Line retireve per crank80 centimeter / 31.5 inch
Ball bearings3
Technical Specifications
- BrandDAIWA
- The main category of the reelSpinning
- Price range~ €45.33
- Is saltwater resistantNo
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size2500
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.28/150
Conclusion
Daiwa 22 Caldia LT (MQ) 2000DX clearly outshines Daiwa 23 MATCHMAN 2500X, offering significantly better performance in durability (8.53 out of 10) and ball bearings (6). While Daiwa 23 MATCHMAN 2500X may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa 22 Caldia LT (MQ) 2000DX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.
What's the difference between Daiwa 22 Caldia LT (MQ) and Daiwa 23 MATCHMAN?
Daiwa 22 Caldia LT (MQ) 2000DX
- Saltwater-safe design makes it perfect for spinning conditions.
Daiwa 23 MATCHMAN 2500X
- 6.43 out of 10 (80 centimeter / 31.5 inch) in line retrieve, means the reel delivers a steady and reliable retrieve which is ideal for most everyday techniques
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