Daiwa 23 Caldia SW 10000-HX vs Shimano Ultegra C2500SHGDX

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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
Shimano Ultegra, C2500SHGD, left and right hand, Spinning fishing reel, Front Drag, ULTC2500SHGD
Shimano Ultegra
Spinning
85.70 out of 100
Value for money4.5 out of 5
Quality classGood
Durability8.5 out of 10
Ergonomics6.4 out of 10
Gear ratio6.1:1
Maximum drag3kg / 6.61lbs
Weight180g / 6.35oz
Line retireve per crank83 centimeter / 32.68 inch
Ball bearings6

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €125.50
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel sizeC2500SHGD
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.18/120

Conclusion

Shimano Ultegra C2500SHGDX edges out Daiwa 23 Caldia SW 10000-HX with slightly better overall performance, especially on the gear ratio (6.1:1) and the line retrieve per crank (83 centimeter / 32.68 inch). Still, Daiwa 23 Caldia SW 10000-HX holds its own with strengths like a maximum drag of 15kg / 33,07lbs and a ball bearings of 6+1, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.

What's the difference between Daiwa 23 Caldia SW and Shimano Ultegra?

Shimano Ultegra C2500SHGDX

  • A fast gear ratio of 9.8 out of 10 (6.1:1), means the reel is built for speed and it's perfect for active retrieves, and quick follow ups
  • 6.86 out of 10 (83 centimeter / 32.68 inch) in line retrieve, means the reel delivers a steady and reliable retrieve which is ideal for most everyday techniques