Daiwa 23 EXCELER LT 1000DX vs Daiwa 22 Caldia LT (MQ) 4000D-CX

Daiwa 23 EXCELER LT

Spinning

56.60 out of 100

Value for money2.5 out of 5

Quality classLow

Durability3 out of 10

Ergonomics6.42 out of 10

Gear ratio5.2:1

Maximum drag5kg / 11.02lbs

Weight175g / 6.17oz

Line retireve per crank64 centimeter / 25.2 inch

Ball bearings5

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €73.33
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size1000D
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.2/150

Daiwa 22 Caldia LT (MQ)

Spinning

89.70 out of 100

Value for money4.5 out of 5

Quality classGood

Durability8.58 out of 10

Ergonomics6.23 out of 10

Gear ratio5.2:1

Maximum drag12kg / 26.46lbs

Weight230g / 8.11oz

Line retireve per crank82 centimeter / 32.28 inch

Ball bearings6

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €175.50
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel size4000D-C
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.37/150

Conclusion

Daiwa 22 Caldia LT (MQ) 4000D-CX clearly outshines Daiwa 23 EXCELER LT 1000DX, offering significantly better performance in durability (8.58 out of 10) and maximum drag (12kg / 26,46lbs). While Daiwa 23 EXCELER LT 1000DX may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa 22 Caldia LT (MQ) 4000D-CX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Daiwa 23 EXCELER LT and Daiwa 22 Caldia LT (MQ)?

Daiwa 22 Caldia LT (MQ) 4000D-CX

6.71 out of 10 (82 centimeter / 32.28 inch) in line retrieve, means the reel delivers a steady and reliable retrieve which is ideal for most everyday techniques
Saltwater-safe design makes it perfect for spinning conditions.