Daiwa 23 Caldia SW 8000-HX vs Shimano Catana 1000 RC

The selected categories are different, score metrics vary from category to another.

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 Catana 1000 RC

Spinning

47.00 out of 100

Value for money3.5 out of 5

Quality classLow

Durability2.72 out of 10

Ergonomics4.1 out of 10

Gear ratio5.2:1

Maximum drag4kg / 8.82 lbs

Weight270g / 9.52oz

Line retireve per crank69cm / 27.17 inch

Ball bearings2 Shielded Stainless Steel + 1 Roller Bearing

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €33.33
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size1000
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeRead drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/m: 0.18/170. 0.20/140, 0.25/90

Conclusion

Daiwa 23 Caldia SW 8000-HX clearly outshines Shimano Catana 1000 RC, offering significantly better performance in durability (8.81 out of 10) and ball bearings (6+1). While Shimano Catana 1000 RC 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.