Daiwa 22 Caldia LT (MQ) 2000S-HX vs Shimano Tekota 501 HGA / Left-handedX

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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

Shimano Tekota

Multireels

66.90 out of 100

Value for money4 out of 5

Quality classGood

Durability8.57 out of 10

Ergonomics6.12 out of 10

Gear ratio6.3:1

Maximum drag11kg / 24.25lbs

Weight410g / 14.46oz

Line retireve per crank75 centimeter / 29.53 inch

Ball bearings4

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelMultireels
Price range~ €170.90
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel size501 HGA
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeStar drag
Handle orientationLeft
Line capacity monofillbs/yds: 12/440

Conclusion

Daiwa 22 Caldia LT (MQ) 2000S-HX edges out Shimano Tekota 501 HGA / Left-handedX with slightly better overall performance, especially on the gear ratio (5.8:1) and the ball bearings (6). Still, Shimano Tekota 501 HGA / Left-handedX holds its own with strengths like a line retrieve per crank of 75 centimeter / 29.53 inch and a maximum drag of 11kg / 24,25lbs, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.