Daiwa 22 Caldia LT (MQ) 2500-XHX vs Delphin QUEEN MonoDRAG 3000X

Daiwa 22 Caldia LT (MQ)

Spinning

95.00 out of 100

Value for money4.5 out of 5

Quality classGood

Durability8.54 out of 10

Ergonomics6.35 out of 10

Gear ratio6.2:1

Maximum drag10kg / 22.05lbs

Weight195g / 6.88oz

Line retireve per crank87 centimeter / 34.25 inch

Ball bearings6

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €163.20
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel size2500-XH
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.2/150

Delphin QUEEN MonoDRAG

Spinning

48.20 out of 100

Value for money3.5 out of 5

Quality classLow

Durability2.72 out of 10

Ergonomics6.05 out of 10

Gear ratio5.1:1

Maximum drag0lbs

Weight284g / 10.02oz

Line retireve per crank0 inch

Ball bearings5+1

Technical Specifications

BrandDELPHIN
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €32.95
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size3000
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.16/210

Conclusion

Daiwa 22 Caldia LT (MQ) 2500-XHX clearly outshines Delphin QUEEN MonoDRAG 3000X, offering significantly better performance in maximum drag (10kg / 22,05lbs) and line retrieve per crank (87 centimeter / 34.25 inch). While Delphin QUEEN MonoDRAG 3000X may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa 22 Caldia LT (MQ) 2500-XHX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Daiwa 22 Caldia LT (MQ) and Delphin QUEEN MonoDRAG?

Daiwa 22 Caldia LT (MQ) 2500-XHX

With a great drag score 9.6 out of 10 (10kg / 22,05lbs), the reel is built to handle big fish confidently.. whatever the setting, freshwater or inshore salt
8.2 out of 10 (87 centimeter / 34.25 inch) in line retrieve, means it picks up line fast, very handy when chasing quick fish
Saltwater-safe design makes it perfect for spinning conditions.