Delphin QUEEN MonoDRAG 3000X vs Daiwa 23 Caldia SW 6000D-HX

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

Delphin QUEEN MonoDRAG

Spinning

48.20 out of 100

Value for money3.5 out of 5

Quality classLow

Durability2.72 out of 10

Ergonomics6.05 out of 10

Gear ratio5.1:1

Maximum drag0lbs

Weight284g / 10.02oz

Line retireve per crank0 inch

Ball bearings5+1

Technical Specifications

BrandDELPHIN
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €32.95
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size3000
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.16/210

Daiwa 23 Caldia SW

Seafishing

63.20 out of 100

Value for money4 out of 5

Quality classGood

Durability8.71 out of 10

Ergonomics5.79 out of 10

Gear ratio5.7:1

Maximum drag12kg / 26.46lbs

Weight425g / 14.99oz

Line retireve per crank101 centimeter / 39.76 inch

Ball bearings6+1

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelSeafishing
Price range~ €213.33
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel size6000D-H
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.24/300

Conclusion

Daiwa 23 Caldia SW 6000D-HX clearly outshines Delphin QUEEN MonoDRAG 3000X, offering significantly better performance in durability (8.71 out of 10) and maximum drag (12kg / 26,46lbs). While Delphin QUEEN MonoDRAG 3000X may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa 23 Caldia SW 6000D-HX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Delphin QUEEN MonoDRAG and Daiwa 23 Caldia SW?

Delphin QUEEN MonoDRAG 3000X

Thanks to its 7 out of 10 (5.1:1) gear ratio, the reel offers a strong balance between torque and quick retrieval

Daiwa 23 Caldia SW 6000D-HX

At 5.82 out of 10 (12kg / 26,46lbs), the drag is on the lighter side—suitable for smaller saltwater species or finesse-style presentations
Built tough for the salt, ideal for seafishing.