Shimano TALICA II A 20IIAX vs Daiwa 22 Caldia LT (MQ) 4000D-CXHX

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

Shimano TALICA II A

Multireels

20iiax

69.20 out of 100

Value for money3.5 out of 5

Quality classExcellent

Durability9.5 out of 10

Ergonomics3.4 out of 10

Gear ratio5.2:1

Maximum drag22.5kg / 49,6lbs

Weight1030g / 36.33oz

Line retireve per crank121 centimeter / 47.64 inch

Ball bearings6

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelMultireels
Price range~ €577.33
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel size20IIA
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeLever drag
Handle orientationRight
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.56/290

Daiwa 22 Caldia LT (MQ)

Spinning

95.00 out of 100

Value for money4.5 out of 5

Quality classGood

Durability8.58 out of 10

Ergonomics6.23 out of 10

Gear ratio6.2:1

Maximum drag12kg / 26.46lbs

Weight230g / 8.11oz

Line retireve per crank99 centimeter / 38.98 inch

Ball bearings6

Technical Specifications

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

Conclusion

Daiwa 22 Caldia LT (MQ) 4000D-CXHX clearly outshines Shimano TALICA II A 20IIAX, offering significantly better performance in line retrieve per crank (99 centimeter / 38.98 inch) and maximum drag (12kg / 26,46lbs). While Shimano TALICA II A 20IIAX may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa 22 Caldia LT (MQ) 4000D-CXHX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Shimano TALICA II A and Daiwa 22 Caldia LT (MQ)?

Daiwa 22 Caldia LT (MQ) 4000D-CXHX

With a great drag score 10 out of 10 (12kg / 26,46lbs), the reel is built to handle big fish confidently.. whatever the setting, freshwater or inshore salt
With a score like 8.47 out of 10 (230g / 8,11oz), the reel feels light in the hand.. ideal for active techniques like twitching, jigging, or topwater.
A high retrieve rate of 9.4 out of 10 (99 centimeter / 38.98 inch), means the reel is made just for speed, perfect for speed fishing or covering water quickly