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

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Daiwa 23 Caldia SW, 6000D-H, left and right hand, Sea Fishing Reel, Front Drag, 10320-605
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, 6000, left and right hand, Spinning fishing reel, Front Drag, BTLIII6000, 1518036
Penn Battle III
Spinning
67.10 out of 100
Value for money3.5 out of 5
Quality classMedium
Durability7.81 out of 10
Ergonomics4 out of 10
Gear ratio5.6:1
Maximum drag11.3kg / 24,91lbs
Weight590g / 20.81oz
Line retireve per crank104 centimeter / 40.94 inch
Ball bearings6

Technical Specifications

  • BrandPENN
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €113.30
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size6000
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.46/310

Conclusion

Both Daiwa 23 Caldia SW 6000D-HX and Penn Battle III 6000X perform at a similar level overall, so the better choice depends on what matters more to you, Daiwa 23 Caldia SW 6000D-HX offers a weight of 425g / 14,99oz, while Penn Battle III 6000X stands out for a line retrieve per crank of 104 centimeter / 40.94 inch. Your decision should be guided by your fishing style and target species.

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

Penn Battle III 6000X

  • The reel brings in line quickly with its 8.8 out of 10 (5.6:1) rating, making it a great fit for power fishing
  • A high retrieve rate of 9.9 out of 10 (104 centimeter / 40.94 inch), means the reel is made just for speed, perfect for speed fishing or covering water quickly