Daiwa 23 Caldia SW 8000-HX vs Daiwa 24 TDR Match & Feeder QD

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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 24 TDR Match & Feeder QD

Feeder And Match

91.10 out of 100

Value for money5 out of 5

Quality classExcellent

Durability5.5 out of 10

Ergonomics3.8 out of 10

Gear ratio4.9:1

Maximum drag380kg / 837.76lbs

Weight380g / 13404oz

Line retireve per crank86 centimeter / 33858 inch

Ball bearings8

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelFeeder and match
Price range~ €249.33
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size4012QD
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.28/150

Conclusion

Daiwa 24 TDR Match & Feeder QD clearly outshines Daiwa 23 Caldia SW 8000-HX, offering significantly better performance in line retrieve per crank (86 centimeter / 33858 inch) and gear ratio (4.9:1). While Daiwa 23 Caldia SW 8000-HX may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa 24 TDR Match & Feeder QD is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Daiwa 23 Caldia SW and Daiwa 24 TDR Match & Feeder QD?

Daiwa 23 Caldia SW 8000-HX

Scoring 8.2 out of 10 (630g / 22,22oz), this reel is lighter than expected for a saltwater model, which helps on long sessions without extra strain
Built tough for the salt, ideal for seafishing.

Daiwa 24 TDR Match & Feeder QD

The reel delivers balanced performance, suitable for most feeder and match situations without compromising too much on retrieve speed
A line retrieve score of 8.1 out of 10 86 centimeter / 33858 inch), this reel offers quick and smooth line pickup, ideal for keeping up during active feeder sessions