Daiwa 23 Caldia SW 6000D-HX vs Penn Battle III 2000X

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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

Penn Battle III

Spinning

74.40 out of 100

Value for money4 out of 5

Quality classMedium

Durability7.69 out of 10

Ergonomics6.12 out of 10

Gear ratio6.2:1

Maximum drag4.5kg / 9,92lbs

Weight265g / 9.35oz

Line retireve per crank76 centimeter / 29.92 inch

Ball bearings6

Technical Specifications

BrandPENN
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €89.00
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel size2000
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.20/220

Conclusion

Penn Battle III 2000X edges out Daiwa 23 Caldia SW 6000D-HX with slightly better overall performance, especially on the gear ratio (6.2:1) and the line retrieve per crank (76 centimeter / 29.92 inch). Still, Daiwa 23 Caldia SW 6000D-HX holds its own with strengths like a durability of 8.71 out of 10 and a weight of 425g / 14,99oz, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.

What's the difference between Daiwa 23 Caldia SW and Penn Battle III?

Penn Battle III 2000X

A fast gear ratio of 10 out of 10 (6.2:1), means the reel is built for speed and it's perfect for active retrieves, and quick follow ups
When it comes to retrieve speed, a score of 5.86 out of 10 (76 centimeter / 29.92 inch) means slower line pickup, great when you need more control for slower fishing styles