Daiwa 23 Caldia SW 8000-HX vs Daiwa BG MQ 2500-HX

Daiwa 23 Caldia SW, 8000-H, left and right hand, Sea Fishing Reel, Front Drag, 10320-805
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 BG MQ, 2500-H, left and right hand, Sea Fishing Spinning Reel, Front Drag, 10465-250
Daiwa BG MQ
Seafishing
56.60 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classMedium
Durability4 out of 10
Ergonomics6.06 out of 10
Gear ratio5.7:1
Maximum drag10kg / 22.05lbs
Weight235g / 8.29oz
Line retireve per crank80 centimeter / 31.5 inch
Ball bearings6

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDAIWA
  • The main category of the reelSeafishing
  • Price range~ €149.33
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size2500-H
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.28/150

Conclusion

Both Daiwa 23 Caldia SW 8000-HX and Daiwa BG MQ 2500-HX perform at a similar level overall, so the better choice depends on what matters more to you, Daiwa 23 Caldia SW 8000-HX offers a durability of 8.81 out of 10, while Daiwa BG MQ 2500-HX stands out for a line retrieve per crank of 80 centimeter / 31.5 inch. Your decision should be guided by your fishing style and target species.

What's the difference between Daiwa 23 Caldia SW and Daiwa BG MQ?

Daiwa 23 Caldia SW 8000-HX

  • Built tough for the salt, ideal for seafishing.

Daiwa BG MQ 2500-HX

  • A line retrieval (per crank) of 80 centimeter / 31.5 inch helps bringing in line quickly, making it great for repositioning or working topwater baits