Daiwa 22 Caldia LT (MQ) 2000DX vs Penn FIERCE IV 2500X

Daiwa 22 Caldia LT (MQ), 2000D, left and right hand, Spinning Fishing Reel, Front Drag, 10426-200
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
Penn FIERCE IV, 2500, left and right hand, Spinning Fishing Reel, Front Drag, 1558704
Penn FIERCE IV
Spinning
68.90 out of 100
Value for money3 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability7 out of 10
Ergonomics6.07 out of 10
Gear ratio6.2:1
Maximum drag5.5kg / 12,13lbs
Weight280g / 9.88oz
Line retireve per crank84 centimeter / 33.07 inch
Ball bearings4+1

Technical Specifications

  • BrandPENN
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €65.70
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size2500
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.23/235

Conclusion

Daiwa 22 Caldia LT (MQ) 2000DX edges out Penn FIERCE IV 2500X with slightly better overall performance, especially on the durability (8.53 out of 10) and the total score (7.9 out of 10). Still, Penn FIERCE IV 2500X holds its own with strengths like a line retrieve per crank of 84 centimeter / 33.07 inch and a gear ratio of 6.2:1, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.

What's the difference between Daiwa 22 Caldia LT (MQ) and Penn FIERCE IV?

Penn FIERCE IV 2500X

  • 7 out of 10 (84 centimeter / 33.07 inch) in line retrieve, means the reel delivers a steady and reliable retrieve which is ideal for most everyday techniques