Daiwa 23 Caldia SW 8000-HX vs Daiwa Sweepfire E 3500C - Spinning reel with front drag

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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 Sweepfire E 3500C - Spinning reel with front drag
Daiwa Sweepfire E 3500C - Spinning reel with front drag
Spinning
42.60 out of 100
Value for money3.5 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability2.5 out of 10
Ergonomics4 out of 10
Gear ratio5.3:1
Maximum drag-
Weight370g / 13.05oz
Line retireve per crank92cm / 36.22 inch
Ball bearings1

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDAIWA
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €17.33
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size3500
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofil0.30mm/220m

Conclusion

Daiwa 23 Caldia SW 8000-HX clearly outshines Daiwa Sweepfire E 3500C - Spinning reel with front drag, offering significantly better performance in maximum drag (15kg / 33,07lbs) and ball bearings (6+1). While Daiwa Sweepfire E 3500C - Spinning reel with front drag may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa 23 Caldia SW 8000-HX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Daiwa 23 Caldia SW and Daiwa Sweepfire E 3500C - Spinning reel with front drag?

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
  • With a fast retrieve 6+1, the reel helps you stay on top of fast runs and cover water efficiently
  • Built tough for the salt, ideal for seafishing.

Daiwa Sweepfire E 3500C - Spinning reel with front drag

  • The reel brings in line quickly with its 8.2 out of 10 (5.3:1) rating, making it a great fit for power fishing
  • 8.7 out of 10 (92cm / 36.22 inch) in line retrieve, means it picks up line fast, very handy when chasing quick fish