Daiwa 23 Caldia SW 8000-HX vs Daiwa 22 Exist LT 3000-HX

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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 22 Exist LT

Spinning

95.00 out of 100

Value for money3.5 out of 5

Quality classExcellent

Durability9.5 out of 10

Ergonomics6.42 out of 10

Gear ratio5.7:1

Maximum drag10kg / 22.05lbs

Weight175g / 6.17oz

Line retireve per crank85 centimeter

Ball bearings12

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €673.66
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel size3000-H
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.23/150

Conclusion

Daiwa 22 Exist LT 3000-HX clearly outshines Daiwa 23 Caldia SW 8000-HX, offering significantly better performance in gear ratio (5.7:1) and line retrieve per crank (85 centimeter). While Daiwa 23 Caldia SW 8000-HX may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa 22 Exist LT 3000-HX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Daiwa 23 Caldia SW and Daiwa 22 Exist LT?

Daiwa 23 Caldia SW 8000-HX

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

Daiwa 22 Exist LT 3000-HX

A fast gear ratio of 9 out of 10 (5.7:1), means the reel is built for speed and it's perfect for active retrieves, and quick follow ups
8 out of 10 (85 centimeter) in line retrieve, means it picks up line fast, very handy when chasing quick fish