Daiwa 22 Caldia LT (MQ) 2000DX vs Shimano Stradic SWB 8000HGX

The selected categories are different, score metrics vary from category to another.

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 Stradic SWB

Seafishing

66.50 out of 100

Value for money4 out of 5

Quality classGood

Durability8.82 out of 10

Ergonomics5.45 out of 10

Gear ratio5.6:1

Maximum drag16kg / 35.27lbs

Weight665g / 23.46oz

Line retireve per crank107 centimeter / 42.13 inch

Ball bearings7

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelSeafishing
Price range~ €245.33
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel size8000HG
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.37/275

Conclusion

Daiwa 22 Caldia LT (MQ) 2000DX edges out Shimano Stradic SWB 8000HGX with slightly better overall performance, especially on the gear ratio (5.1:1) and the total score (7.9 out of 10). Still, Shimano Stradic SWB 8000HGX holds its own with strengths like a maximum drag of 16kg / 35,27lbs and a ball bearings of 7, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.