Daiwa 22 Caldia LT (MQ) 2500DX vs Shimano Tekota 600 HGA LCM / Right handX

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

Daiwa 22 Caldia LT (MQ)

Spinning

87.60 out of 100

Value for money4.5 out of 5

Quality classGood

Durability8.54 out of 10

Ergonomics6.35 out of 10

Gear ratio5.2:1

Maximum drag10kg / 22.05lbs

Weight195g / 6.88oz

Line retireve per crank73 centimeter / 28.74 inch

Ball bearings6

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €163.20
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel size2500D
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.28/150

Shimano Tekota

Multireels

66.60 out of 100

Value for money4 out of 5

Quality classGood

Durability8.59 out of 10

Ergonomics6.05 out of 10

Gear ratio6.3:1

Maximum drag11kg / 24.25lbs

Weight450g / 15.87oz

Line retireve per crank75 centimeter / 29.53 inch

Ball bearings4

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelMultireels
Price range~ €177.60
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel size600 HGA LCM
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeStar drag
Handle orientationRight
Line capacity monofillbs/yds: 12/440

Conclusion

Daiwa 22 Caldia LT (MQ) 2500DX clearly outshines Shimano Tekota 600 HGA LCM / Right handX, offering significantly better performance in gear ratio (5.2:1) and ball bearings (6). While Shimano Tekota 600 HGA LCM / Right handX may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa 22 Caldia LT (MQ) 2500DX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.