Daiwa 23 Caldia SW 10000-HX vs Delphin INKS 2000X

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Daiwa 23 Caldia SW, 10000-H, left and right hand, Sea Fishing Reel, Front Drag, 10320-105
Daiwa 23 Caldia SW
Seafishing
67.20 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classGood
Durability8.79 out of 10
Ergonomics5.48 out of 10
Gear ratio5.7:1
Maximum drag15kg / 33.07lbs
Weight645g / 22.75oz
Line retireve per crank121 centimeter / 47.64 inch
Ball bearings6+1

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDAIWA
  • The main category of the reelSeafishing
  • Price range~ €237.33
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size10000-H
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.33/300
Delphin INKS, 2000, 2T, left and right hand, Spinning fishing reel, Front Drag, 101003330
Delphin INKS
Spinning
54.90 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability2.53 out of 10
Ergonomics6.17 out of 10
Gear ratio5.1:1
Maximum drag-
Weight250g / 8.82oz
Line retireve per crank-
Ball bearings3+1

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDELPHIN
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €21.95
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size2000
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.14/400

Conclusion

Daiwa 23 Caldia SW 10000-HX edges out Delphin INKS 2000X with slightly better overall performance, especially on the maximum drag (15kg / 33,07lbs) and the durability (8.79 out of 10). Still, Delphin INKS 2000X holds its own with strengths like a gear ratio of 5.1:1 and a ergonomics of 6.17 out of 10, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.

What's the difference between Daiwa 23 Caldia SW and Delphin INKS?

Daiwa 23 Caldia SW 10000-HX

  • Scoring 8 out of 10 (15kg / 33,07lbs), the reel delivers reliable, smooth resistance when targeting strong fighters like snapper or pollock
  • Built tough for the salt, ideal for seafishing.

Delphin INKS 2000X

  • Thanks to its 7 out of 10 (5.1:1) gear ratio, the reel offers a strong balance between torque and quick retrieval