Daiwa 23 Caldia SW 10000-HX vs Shimano 21 Sustain 5000 XGFJX
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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

Shimano 21 Sustain
Spinning
95.00 out of 100
Value for money5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics6.07 out of 10
Gear ratio6:2:1
Maximum drag11kg / 24.25lbs
Weight280g / 9.88oz
Line retireve per crank101 centimeter / 39.76 inch
Ball bearings9
Technical Specifications
- BrandSHIMANO
- The main category of the reelSpinning
- Price range~ €215.33
- Is saltwater resistantYes
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size5000 XGFJ
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 175/1.75
Conclusion
Shimano 21 Sustain 5000 XGFJX clearly outshines Daiwa 23 Caldia SW 10000-HX, offering significantly better performance in gear ratio (6:2:1) and line retrieve per crank (101 centimeter / 39.76 inch). While Daiwa 23 Caldia SW 10000-HX may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano 21 Sustain 5000 XGFJX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.
What's the difference between Daiwa 23 Caldia SW and Shimano 21 Sustain?
Daiwa 23 Caldia SW 10000-HX
- With a fast retrieve 6+1, the reel helps you stay on top of fast runs and cover water efficiently
Shimano 21 Sustain 5000 XGFJX
- A fast gear ratio of 9.6 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 9.6 out of 10 (101 centimeter / 39.76 inch), means the reel is made just for speed, perfect for speed fishing or covering water quickly
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