Shimano 21 Sustain 3000 HGFJX vs Daiwa 22 Caldia LT (MQ) 2000DX

Shimano 21 Sustain, 3000 HGFJ, left and right hand, Spinning Fishing Reel, Front Drag, SAC3000HGFJ
Shimano 21 Sustain
Spinning
95.00 out of 100
Value for money5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics6.3 out of 10
Gear ratio6:0:1
Maximum drag9kg / 19.84lbs
Weight210g / 7.41oz
Line retireve per crank89 centimeter / 35.04 inch
Ball bearings9

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €209.33
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size3000 HGFJ
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 130/1.3
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

Shimano 21 Sustain 3000 HGFJX edges out Daiwa 22 Caldia LT (MQ) 2000DX with slightly better overall performance, especially on the line retrieve per crank (89 centimeter / 35.04 inch) and the maximum drag (9kg / 19,84lbs). Still, Daiwa 22 Caldia LT (MQ) 2000DX holds its own with strengths like a ball bearings of 6 and a weight of 175g / 6,17oz, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.

What's the difference between Shimano 21 Sustain and Daiwa 22 Caldia LT (MQ)?

Shimano 21 Sustain 3000 HGFJX

  • 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

Daiwa 22 Caldia LT (MQ) 2000DX

  • Landing a score of 8.67 out of 10 (6) in bearings, it feels smooth and controlled. Great when you're fishing actively and want consistency