Daiwa 22 Caldia LT (MQ) 2000DX vs Shimano 21 Nexave FI 2500 HGX

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
Shimano 21 Nexave FI  , 2500 HG, left and right hand, Spinning Fishing Reel, Front Drag, NEX2500HGFI
Shimano 21 Nexave FI
Spinning
63.20 out of 100
Value for money3.5 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability2.86 out of 10
Ergonomics6.17 out of 10
Gear ratio6.2:1
Maximum drag4kg / 8.82lbs
Weight250g / 8.82oz
Line retireve per crank91 centimeter / 35.83 inch
Ball bearings4

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €41.33
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size2500 HG
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.2/240

Conclusion

Daiwa 22 Caldia LT (MQ) 2000DX edges out Shimano 21 Nexave FI 2500 HGX with slightly better overall performance, especially on the durability (8.53 out of 10) and the ball bearings (6). Still, Shimano 21 Nexave FI 2500 HGX holds its own with strengths like a line retrieve per crank of 91 centimeter / 35.83 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 Shimano 21 Nexave FI?

Daiwa 22 Caldia LT (MQ) 2000DX

  • Saltwater-safe design makes it perfect for spinning conditions.

Shimano 21 Nexave FI 2500 HGX

  • 8.6 out of 10 (91 centimeter / 35.83 inch) in line retrieve, means it picks up line fast, very handy when chasing quick fish