Shimano Tekota 600 HGA / Right handX vs Daiwa 22 Caldia LT (MQ) 2000DX

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Shimano Tekota, 600 HGA, right hand, Trolling fishing reel, Star Drag, Multiplier reel, TEK600HGA
Shimano Tekota
Multireels
66.80 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classGood
Durability8.59 out of 10
Ergonomics6.08 out of 10
Gear ratio6.3:1
Maximum drag11kg / 24.25lbs
Weight430g / 15.17oz
Line retireve per crank75 centimeter / 29.53 inch
Ball bearings4

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelMultireels
  • Price range~ €177.60
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size600 HGA
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeStar drag
  • Handle orientationRight
  • Line capacity monofillbs/yds: 16/390
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 Shimano Tekota 600 HGA / Right handX with slightly better overall performance, especially on the gear ratio (5.1:1) and the ball bearings (6). Still, Shimano Tekota 600 HGA / Right handX holds its own with strengths like a line retrieve per crank of 75 centimeter / 29.53 inch and a maximum drag of 11kg / 24,25lbs, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.

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

Shimano Tekota 600 HGA / Right handX

  • A score of 6.43 out of 10 (75 centimeter / 29.53 inch) gives a decent speed but doess not rush a lot

Daiwa 22 Caldia LT (MQ) 2000DX

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