Daiwa 23 Caldia SW 4000D-CXHX vs Daiwa BG MQ 20000X

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 BG MQ, 20000, left and right hand, Sea Fishing Spinning Reel, Front Drag, 10465-020
Daiwa BG MQ
Seafishing
55.90 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classGood
Durability4.71 out of 10
Ergonomics3.4 out of 10
Gear ratio5.3:1
Maximum drag20kg / 44.09lbs
Weight860g / 30.34oz
Line retireve per crank134 centimeter / 52.76 inch
Ball bearings6

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDAIWA
  • The main category of the reelSeafishing
  • Price range~ €214.33
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size20000
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.52/300

Conclusion

Daiwa 23 Caldia SW 4000D-CXHX clearly outshines Daiwa BG MQ 20000X, offering significantly better performance in line retrieve per crank (99 centimeter / 38.98 inch) and weight (290g / 10,23oz). While Daiwa BG MQ 20000X 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 BG MQ?

Daiwa 23 Caldia SW 4000D-CXHX

  • With a weight score of 9.17 out of 10 (290g / 10,23oz), this reel is impressively light for saltwater and provides great comfort
  • 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.