Daiwa 23 Caldia SW 4000D-CXHX vs Daiwa 20 Exceler LT 2000X

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

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 Exceler LT

Spinning

55.70 out of 100

Value for money2.5 out of 5

Quality classLow

Durability3 out of 10

Ergonomics6.38 out of 10

Gear ratio5.2:1

Maximum drag4kg / 8.82lbs

Weight185g / 6.53oz

Line retireve per crank68 centimeter / 26.77 inch

Ball bearings5

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €67.90
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size2000
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.16/150

Conclusion

Daiwa 23 Caldia SW 4000D-CXHX clearly outshines Daiwa 20 Exceler LT 2000X, offering significantly better performance in line retrieve per crank (99 centimeter / 38.98 inch) and durability (8.69 out of 10). While Daiwa 20 Exceler LT 2000X may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa 23 Caldia SW 4000D-CXHX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Daiwa 23 Caldia SW and Daiwa 20 Exceler 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.