Daiwa 23 Caldia SW 6000D-HX vs Daiwa GS LTD 4000X

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Daiwa 23 Caldia SW

Seafishing

63.20 out of 100

Value for money4 out of 5

Quality classGood

Durability8.71 out of 10

Ergonomics5.79 out of 10

Gear ratio5.7:1

Maximum drag12kg / 26.46lbs

Weight425g / 14.99oz

Line retireve per crank101 centimeter / 39.76 inch

Ball bearings6+1

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelSeafishing
Price range~ €213.33
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel size6000D-H
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.24/300

Daiwa GS LTD

Spinning

51.10 out of 100

Value for money3.5 out of 5

Quality classMedium

Durability3.67 out of 10

Ergonomics4 out of 10

Gear ratio4.9:1

Maximum drag0lbs

Weight400g / 14.11oz

Line retireve per crank87 centimeter / 34.25 inch

Ball bearings4

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €84.33
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size4000
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.3/270

Conclusion

Daiwa 23 Caldia SW 6000D-HX edges out Daiwa GS LTD 4000X with slightly better overall performance, especially on the maximum drag (12kg / 26,46lbs) and the durability (8.71 out of 10). Still, Daiwa GS LTD 4000X holds its own with strengths like a line retrieve per crank of 87 centimeter / 34.25 inch and 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 GS LTD?

Daiwa 23 Caldia SW 6000D-HX

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
Scoring 8.79 out of 10 (425g / 14,99oz), this reel is lighter than expected for a saltwater model, which helps on long sessions without extra strain
Built tough for the salt, ideal for seafishing.

Daiwa GS LTD 4000X

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
8.2 out of 10 (87 centimeter / 34.25 inch) in line retrieve, means it picks up line fast, very handy when chasing quick fish