Daiwa 18 TDR Match and Feeder QD 2508X vs Daiwa Tanacom 500

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Daiwa 18 TDR Match and Feeder QD

Feeder And Match

95.00 out of 100

Value for money5 out of 5

Quality classExcellent

Durability5.5 out of 10

Ergonomics6.04 out of 10

Gear ratio4.8:1

Maximum drag10kg / 22.05lbs

Weight265g / 9.35oz

Line retireve per crank72 centimeter / 28.35 inch

Ball bearings8

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelFeeder and match
Price range~ €187.00
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size2508
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.23/150

Daiwa Tanacom 500

Multireels

70.40 out of 100

Value for money4 out of 5

Quality classExcellent

Durability9.5 out of 10

Ergonomics3.8 out of 10

Gear ratio2.8:1

Maximum drag10kg / 22.05lbs

Weight750g / 26.46oz

Line retireve per crank46 centimeter / 18.11 inch

Ball bearings3

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelMultireels
Price range~ €489.33
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel size-
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeStar drag
Handle orientationRight
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.37/420

Conclusion

Daiwa 18 TDR Match and Feeder QD 2508X clearly outshines Daiwa Tanacom 500, offering significantly better performance in ball bearings (8) and weight (265g / 9,35oz). While Daiwa Tanacom 500 may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa 18 TDR Match and Feeder QD 2508X is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Daiwa 18 TDR Match and Feeder QD and Daiwa Tanacom 500?

Daiwa 18 TDR Match and Feeder QD 2508X

The reel delivers balanced performance, suitable for most feeder and match situations without compromising too much on retrieve speed
Rated 8.49 out of 10 (265g / 9,35oz) in weight, this reel strikes a great balance between sturdiness and lightness, making it great for consistent feeder casting
With a line retrieve of 72 centimeter / 28.35 inch (5.29 out of 10), this reel retrieves slowly.. suitable for relaxed feeder fishing
With a ball bearing score of 10 out of 10 (8), this reel feels exceptionally smooth and responsive, an ideal choice for demanding feeder and match fishing