Daiwa 23 Caldia SW 6000D-HX vs Shimano 19 Stella 10000 PGX

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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
Shimano 19 Stella, 10000 PG, SWC, left and right hand, Saltwater fishing reel, Front Drag, STLSW10000PGC
Shimano 19 Stella
Spinning
89.30 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
Weight675g / 23.81oz
Line retireve per crank102 centimeter / 40.16 inch
Ball bearings14

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €809.33
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size10000 PG
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.41/300

Conclusion

Shimano 19 Stella 10000 PGX clearly outshines Daiwa 23 Caldia SW 6000D-HX, offering significantly better performance in line retrieve per crank (102 centimeter / 40.16 inch) and gear ratio (4.9:1). While Daiwa 23 Caldia SW 6000D-HX may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano 19 Stella 10000 PGX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

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

Daiwa 23 Caldia SW 6000D-HX

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

Shimano 19 Stella 10000 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
  • A high retrieve rate of 9.7 out of 10 (102 centimeter / 40.16 inch), means the reel is made just for speed, perfect for speed fishing or covering water quickly