Daiwa 23 Caldia SW 4000D-CXHX vs Daiwa TD Match 4012X

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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 TD Match, 4012, left and right hand, Spinning fishing reel, front drag, 10420-412
Daiwa TD Match
Feeder And Match
64.70 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classGood
Durability4.51 out of 10
Ergonomics3.8 out of 10
Gear ratio4.9:1
Maximum drag-
Weight400g / 14.11oz
Line retireve per crank86 centimeter / 33.86 inch
Ball bearings4

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDAIWA
  • The main category of the reelFeeder and match
  • Price range~ €153.33
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size4012
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.28/150

Conclusion

Daiwa 23 Caldia SW 4000D-CXHX edges out Daiwa TD Match 4012X with slightly better overall performance, especially on the maximum drag (12kg / 26,46lbs) and the weight (290g / 10,23oz). Still, Daiwa TD Match 4012X holds its own with strengths like a gear ratio of 4.9:1, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.

What's the difference between Daiwa 23 Caldia SW and Daiwa TD Match?

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

Daiwa TD Match 4012X

  • The reel delivers balanced performance, suitable for most feeder and match situations without compromising too much on retrieve speed