Daiwa 23 Caldia SW 8000-HX vs Daiwa 22 Caldia LT (MQ) 2000DX

The selected categories are different, score metrics vary from category to another.

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 22 Caldia LT (MQ)

Spinning

79.00 out of 100

Value for money4.5 out of 5

Quality classGood

Durability8.53 out of 10

Ergonomics6.42 out of 10

Gear ratio5.1:1

Maximum drag5kg / 11.02lbs

Weight175g / 6.17oz

Line retireve per crank67 centimeter / 26.38 inch

Ball bearings6

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €159.80
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel size2000D
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.23/150

Conclusion

Daiwa 22 Caldia LT (MQ) 2000DX edges out Daiwa 23 Caldia SW 8000-HX with slightly better overall performance, especially on the gear ratio (5.1:1) and the total score (7.9 out of 10). Still, Daiwa 23 Caldia SW 8000-HX holds its own with strengths like a maximum drag of 15kg / 33,07lbs and a ball bearings of 6+1, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.