Daiwa 22 Caldia LT (MQ) 4000D-CXHX vs Shimano Spheros SW A 6000 HGX

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

Daiwa 22 Caldia LT (MQ)

Spinning

95.00 out of 100

Value for money4.5 out of 5

Quality classGood

Durability8.58 out of 10

Ergonomics6.23 out of 10

Gear ratio6.2:1

Maximum drag12kg / 26.46lbs

Weight230g / 8.11oz

Line retireve per crank99 centimeter / 38.98 inch

Ball bearings6

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €175.50
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel size4000D-CXH
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.37/150

Shimano Spheros SW A

Seafishing

49.50 out of 100

Value for money3.5 out of 5

Quality classMedium

Durability7.97 out of 10

Ergonomics5.76 out of 10

Gear ratio5.7:1

Maximum drag10kg / 22.05lbs

Weight450g / 15.87oz

Line retireve per crank103 centimeter / 40.55 inch

Ball bearings4+1

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelSeafishing
Price range~ €144.33
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel size6000 HG
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.33/240

Conclusion

Daiwa 22 Caldia LT (MQ) 4000D-CXHX clearly outshines Shimano Spheros SW A 6000 HGX, offering significantly better performance in gear ratio (6.2:1) and line retrieve per crank (99 centimeter / 38.98 inch). While Shimano Spheros SW A 6000 HGX may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa 22 Caldia LT (MQ) 4000D-CXHX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Daiwa 22 Caldia LT (MQ) and Shimano Spheros SW A?

Daiwa 22 Caldia LT (MQ) 4000D-CXHX

A fast gear ratio of 10 out of 10 (6.2:1), means the reel is built for speed and it's perfect for active retrieves, and quick follow ups
A high retrieve rate of 9.4 out of 10 (99 centimeter / 38.98 inch), means the reel is made just for speed, perfect for speed fishing or covering water quickly