Daiwa 23 Caldia SW 4000D-CXHX vs Daiwa 20 Airity LT 2000DX

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Daiwa 23 Caldia SW, 4000D-CXH, left and right hand, Sea Fishing Reel, Front Drag, 10320-405
Daiwa 23 Caldia SW
Seafishing
77.00 out of 100
Value for money4.5 out of 5
Quality classGood
Durability8.69 out of 10
Ergonomics5.99 out of 10
Gear ratio6.2:1
Maximum drag12kg / 26.46lbs
Weight290g / 10.23oz
Line retireve per crank99 centimeter / 38.98 inch
Ball bearings6+1

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDAIWA
  • The main category of the reelSeafishing
  • Price range~ €208.33
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size4000D-CXH
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.2/300
Daiwa 20 Airity LT, 2000D, left and right hand, Spinning Fishing Reel, Front Drag, 10115-200
Daiwa 20 Airity LT
Spinning
91.80 out of 100
Value for money5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability5.5 out of 10
Ergonomics6.47 out of 10
Gear ratio5.1:1
Maximum drag5kg / 11.02lbs
Weight160g / 5.64oz
Line retireve per crank67 centimeter / 26.38 inch
Ball bearings8

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDAIWA
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €250.60
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size2000D
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.23/150

Conclusion

Daiwa 20 Airity LT 2000DX edges out Daiwa 23 Caldia SW 4000D-CXHX with slightly better overall performance, especially on the gear ratio (5.1:1) and the total score (9.18 out of 10). Still, Daiwa 23 Caldia SW 4000D-CXHX holds its own with strengths like a line retrieve per crank of 99 centimeter / 38.98 inch and a durability of 8.69 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 Daiwa 20 Airity LT?

Daiwa 23 Caldia SW 4000D-CXHX

  • With a fast retrieve 99 centimeter / 38.98 inch, the reel helps you stay on top of fast runs and cover water efficiently
  • Built tough for the salt, ideal for seafishing.

Daiwa 20 Airity LT 2000DX

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