Daiwa 23 FUEGO LT 4000-CPX vs Daiwa 22 Caldia LT (MQ) 2500-XHX

Daiwa 23 FUEGO LT, 4000-CP, left and right hand, Spinning Fishing Reel, Front Drag, 10333-404
Daiwa 23 FUEGO LT
Spinning
55.40 out of 100
Value for money3.5 out of 5
Quality classMedium
Durability7.69 out of 10
Ergonomics6.23 out of 10
Gear ratio4.7:1
Maximum drag12kg / 26.46lbs
Weight230g / 8.11oz
Line retireve per crank75 centimeter / 29.53 inch
Ball bearings6

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDAIWA
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €89.33
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size4000-CP
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.28/150
Daiwa 22 Caldia LT (MQ), 2500-XH, left and right hand, Spinning Fishing Reel, Front Drag, 10426-251
Daiwa 22 Caldia LT (MQ)
Spinning
95.00 out of 100
Value for money4.5 out of 5
Quality classGood
Durability8.54 out of 10
Ergonomics6.35 out of 10
Gear ratio6.2:1
Maximum drag10kg / 22.05lbs
Weight195g / 6.88oz
Line retireve per crank87 centimeter / 34.25 inch
Ball bearings6

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDAIWA
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €163.20
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size2500-XH
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.2/150

Conclusion

Daiwa 22 Caldia LT (MQ) 2500-XHX clearly outshines Daiwa 23 FUEGO LT 4000-CPX, offering significantly better performance in gear ratio (6.2:1) and total score (9.5 out of 10). While Daiwa 23 FUEGO LT 4000-CPX may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa 22 Caldia LT (MQ) 2500-XHX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

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

Daiwa 22 Caldia LT (MQ) 2500-XHX

  • A fast gear ratio of 10 out of 10 (6.2:1), means the reel is built for speed and it's perfect for active retrieves, and quick follow ups