Daiwa 23 Caldia SW 8000-HX vs Daiwa BG 6500X

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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 BG

Spinning

66.90 out of 100

Value for money4 out of 5

Quality classGood

Durability8.5 out of 10

Ergonomics4 out of 10

Gear ratio5.3:1

Maximum drag0lbs

Weight835g / 29.45oz

Line retireve per crank123 centimeter / 48.43 inch

Ball bearings6

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €128.33
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel size6500
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.45/340

Conclusion

Both Daiwa 23 Caldia SW 8000-HX and Daiwa BG 6500X 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 maximum drag of 15kg / 33,07lbs, while Daiwa BG 6500X stands out for a gear ratio of 5.3:1. Your decision should be guided by your fishing style and target species.

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

Daiwa 23 Caldia SW 8000-HX

Scoring 8 out of 10 (15kg / 33,07lbs), the reel delivers reliable, smooth resistance when targeting strong fighters like snapper or pollock
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