Daiwa 23 Caldia SW 8000-HX vs Daiwa 17 Ballistic LT 4000-CX

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Daiwa 23 Caldia SW

Seafishing

66.30 out of 100

Value for money4 out of 5

Quality classGood

Durability8.81 out of 10

Ergonomics5.5 out of 10

Gear ratio5.7:1

Maximum drag15kg / 33.07lbs

Weight630g / 22.22oz

Line retireve per crank110 centimeter / 43.31 inch

Ball bearings6+1

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelSeafishing
Price range~ €242.33
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel size8000-H
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.28/300

Daiwa 17 Ballistic LT

Spinning

78.90 out of 100

Value for money4 out of 5

Quality classGood

Durability4.65 out of 10

Ergonomics6.23 out of 10

Gear ratio5.2:1

Maximum drag0lbs

Weight230g / 8.11oz

Line retireve per crank82 centimeter / 32.3 inch

Ball bearings6

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €196.90
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size4000-C
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.28/150

Conclusion

Daiwa 17 Ballistic LT 4000-CX edges out Daiwa 23 Caldia SW 8000-HX with slightly better overall performance, especially on the gear ratio (5.2:1) and the line retrieve per crank (82 centimeter / 32.3 inch). Still, Daiwa 23 Caldia SW 8000-HX holds its own with strengths like a maximum drag of 15kg / 33,07lbs and a durability of 8.81 out of 10, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.

What's the difference between Daiwa 23 Caldia SW and Daiwa 17 Ballistic LT?

Daiwa 23 Caldia SW 8000-HX

Scoring 8 out of 10 (15kg / 33,07lbs), the reel delivers reliable, smooth resistance when targeting strong fighters like snapper or pollock
Built tough for the salt, ideal for seafishing.

Daiwa 17 Ballistic LT 4000-CX

The reel brings in line quickly with its 8 out of 10 (5.2:1) rating, making it a great fit for power fishing
6.71 out of 10 (82 centimeter / 32.3 inch) in line retrieve, means the reel delivers a steady and reliable retrieve which is ideal for most everyday techniques