Daiwa 23 Caldia SW 8000-HX vs Daiwa 23 AIRITY LT 2000S-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 23 AIRITY LT

Spinning

92.80 out of 100

Value for money4 out of 5

Quality classExcellent

Durability9.5 out of 10

Ergonomics6.52 out of 10

Gear ratio5.8:1

Maximum drag5kg / 11.02lbs

Weight145g / 5.11oz

Line retireve per crank76 centimeter / 29.92 inch

Ball bearings11

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €469.33
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel size2000S-H
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.14/150

Conclusion

Daiwa 23 AIRITY LT 2000S-HX clearly outshines Daiwa 23 Caldia SW 8000-HX, offering significantly better performance in gear ratio (5.8:1) and line retrieve per crank (76 centimeter / 29.92 inch). While Daiwa 23 Caldia SW 8000-HX may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa 23 AIRITY LT 2000S-HX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Daiwa 23 Caldia SW and Daiwa 23 AIRITY 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 23 AIRITY LT 2000S-HX

A fast gear ratio of 9.2 out of 10 (5.8:1), means the reel is built for speed and it's perfect for active retrieves, and quick follow ups
When it comes to retrieve speed, a score of 5.86 out of 10 (76 centimeter / 29.92 inch) means slower line pickup, great when you need more control for slower fishing styles