Penn FIERCE IV 3000X vs Daiwa 22 Caldia LT (MQ) 2000DX

Penn FIERCE IV, 3000, left and right hand, Spinning Fishing Reel, Front Drag, 1558706
Penn FIERCE IV
Spinning
65.80 out of 100
Value for money2.5 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability7 out of 10
Ergonomics4 out of 10
Gear ratio6.2:1
Maximum drag6.8kg / 14,99lbs
Weight335g / 11.82oz
Line retireve per crank89 centimeter / 35.04 inch
Ball bearings4+1

Technical Specifications

  • BrandPENN
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €69.00
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size3000
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.28/180
Daiwa 22 Caldia LT (MQ), 2000D, left and right hand, Spinning Fishing Reel, Front Drag, 10426-200
Daiwa 22 Caldia LT (MQ)
Spinning
79.00 out of 100
Value for money4.5 out of 5
Quality classGood
Durability8.53 out of 10
Ergonomics6.42 out of 10
Gear ratio5.1:1
Maximum drag5kg / 11.02lbs
Weight175g / 6.17oz
Line retireve per crank67 centimeter / 26.38 inch
Ball bearings6

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDAIWA
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €159.80
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size2000D
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.23/150

Conclusion

Daiwa 22 Caldia LT (MQ) 2000DX edges out Penn FIERCE IV 3000X with slightly better overall performance, especially on the weight (175g / 6,17oz) and the ergonomics (6.42 out of 10). Still, Penn FIERCE IV 3000X holds its own with strengths like a line retrieve per crank of 89 centimeter / 35.04 inch and a gear ratio of 6.2:1, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.

What's the difference between Penn FIERCE IV and Daiwa 22 Caldia LT (MQ)?

Penn FIERCE IV 3000X

  • 8.4 out of 10 (89 centimeter / 35.04 inch) in line retrieve, means it picks up line fast, very handy when chasing quick fish