Daiwa 23 Caldia SW 4000D-CXHX vs Daiwa Freams LT 3000D-CX

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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 Freams LT, 3000D-C, left and right hand, Spinning fishing reel, front drag, 10224-300
Daiwa Freams LT
Spinning
66.50 out of 100
Value for money3.5 out of 5
Quality classMedium
Durability3.81 out of 10
Ergonomics6.28 out of 10
Gear ratio5.3:1
Maximum drag-
Weight215g / 7.58oz
Line retireve per crank80 centimeter / 31.5 inch
Ball bearings5

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDAIWA
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €112.70
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size3000D-C
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.33/150

Conclusion

Daiwa 23 Caldia SW 4000D-CXHX edges out Daiwa Freams LT 3000D-CX with slightly better overall performance, especially on the maximum drag (12kg / 26,46lbs) and the durability (8.69 out of 10). Still, Daiwa Freams LT 3000D-CX holds its own with strengths like a gear ratio of 5.3:1 and a ergonomics of 6.28 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 Freams LT?

Daiwa 23 Caldia SW 4000D-CXHX

  • At 5.82 out of 10 (12kg / 26,46lbs), the drag is on the lighter side—suitable for smaller saltwater species or finesse-style presentations
  • Built tough for the salt, ideal for seafishing.

Daiwa Freams LT 3000D-CX

  • The reel brings in line quickly with its 8.2 out of 10 (5.3:1) rating, making it a great fit for power fishing