Daiwa 23 Caldia SW 8000-HX vs Shimano Sienna 2500X
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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

Shimano Sienna
Spinning
51.60 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability2.62 out of 10
Ergonomics6.17 out of 10
Gear ratio5.0:1
Maximum drag4kg / 8.82lbs
Weight250g / 8.82oz
Line retireve per crank71 centimeter / 27.95 inch
Ball bearings4
Technical Specifications
- BrandSHIMANO
- The main category of the reelSpinning
- Price range~ €27.33
- Is saltwater resistantNo
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size2500
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.25/160
Conclusion
Daiwa 23 Caldia SW 8000-HX edges out Shimano Sienna 2500X with slightly better overall performance, especially on the durability (8.81 out of 10) and the maximum drag (15kg / 33,07lbs). Still, Shimano Sienna 2500X holds its own with strengths like a gear ratio of 5.0:1 and a line retrieve per crank of 71 centimeter / 27.95 inch, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.
What's the difference between Daiwa 23 Caldia SW and Shimano Sienna?
Daiwa 23 Caldia SW 8000-HX
- Built tough for the salt, ideal for seafishing.
Shimano Sienna 2500X
- Thanks to its 6.33 out of 10 (5.0:1) gear ratio, the reel offers a strong balance between torque and quick retrieval
- When it comes to retrieve speed, a score of 5.14 out of 10 (71 centimeter / 27.95 inch) means slower line pickup, great when you need more control for slower fishing styles
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