Daiwa 22 Caldia LT (MQ) 2000S-HX vs Penn International VISW 30 / Color: GoldX

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

Daiwa 22 Caldia LT (MQ)

Spinning

85.50 out of 100

Value for money4.5 out of 5

Quality classGood

Durability8.53 out of 10

Ergonomics6.42 out of 10

Gear ratio5.8:1

Maximum drag5kg / 11.02lbs

Weight175g / 6.17oz

Line retireve per crank76 centimeter / 29.92 inch

Ball bearings6

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €159.80
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel size2000S-H
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.14/150

Penn International VISW

Multireels

67.60 out of 100

Value for money3.5 out of 5

Quality classExcellent

Durability5.68 out of 10

Ergonomics3.4 out of 10

Gear ratio4.1:1/1.4:1

Maximum drag13.6kg / 29,98lbs

Weight1590g / 56.09oz

Line retireve per crank104 centimeter / 40.94 inch

Ball bearings5

Technical Specifications

BrandPENN
The main category of the reelMultireels
Price range~ €559.00
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size30
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeLever drag
Handle orientationRight
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.46/1270

Conclusion

Daiwa 22 Caldia LT (MQ) 2000S-HX edges out Penn International VISW 30 / Color: GoldX with slightly better overall performance, especially on the weight (175g / 6,17oz) and the maximum drag (5kg / 11,02lbs). Still, Penn International VISW 30 / Color: GoldX holds its own with strengths like a line retrieve per crank of 104 centimeter / 40.94 inch, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.

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

Daiwa 22 Caldia LT (MQ) 2000S-HX

A drag rating of 6.38 out of 10 (5kg / 11,02lbs) gives you steady control and it's perfect for most freshwater fish and light saltwater action
With a score like 8.83 out of 10 (175g / 6,17oz), the reel feels light in the hand.. ideal for active techniques like twitching, jigging, or topwater.
Saltwater-safe design makes it perfect for spinning conditions.