Daiwa 23 Caldia SW 4000D-CXHX vs Shimano 19 Stella 8000 PGX

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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
Shimano 19 Stella, 8000 PG, SWC, left and right hand, Saltwater fishing reel, Front Drag, STLSW8000PGC
Shimano 19 Stella
Spinning
88.10 out of 100
Value for money3 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics4 out of 10
Gear ratio4.9:1
Maximum drag25kg / 55.12lbs
Weight625g / 22.05oz
Line retireve per crank94 centimeter / 37.01 inch
Ball bearings14

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €809.33
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size8000 PG
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.41/275

Conclusion

Shimano 19 Stella 8000 PGX edges out Daiwa 23 Caldia SW 4000D-CXHX with slightly better overall performance, especially on the gear ratio (4.9:1) and the maximum drag (25kg / 55,12lbs). Still, Daiwa 23 Caldia SW 4000D-CXHX holds its own with strengths like a ball bearings of 6+1 and a weight of 290g / 10,23oz, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.

What's the difference between Daiwa 23 Caldia SW and Shimano 19 Stella?

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 6+1, the reel helps you stay on top of fast runs and cover water efficiently

Shimano 19 Stella 8000 PGX

  • The 5.67 out of 10 (4.9:1) gear ratio gives you the power you need to handle heavy lures and strong large fish out of cover