Daiwa 18 TDR Match and Feeder QD 2508X vs Shimano 21 Stradic SW 6000 XGX

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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

Shimano 21 Stradic SW

Seafishing

80.40 out of 100

Value for money4.5 out of 5

Quality classExcellent

Durability9.5 out of 10

Ergonomics5.77 out of 10

Gear ratio6.2:1

Maximum drag12kg / 26.46lbs

Weight440g / 15.52oz

Line retireve per crank112 centimeter / 44.09 inch

Ball bearings7

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelSeafishing
Price range~ €267.10
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel size6000 XG
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.37/190

Conclusion

Daiwa 18 TDR Match and Feeder QD 2508X edges out Shimano 21 Stradic SW 6000 XGX with slightly better overall performance, especially on the gear ratio (4.8:1) and the maximum drag (10kg / 22,05lbs). Still, Shimano 21 Stradic SW 6000 XGX holds its own with strengths like a durability of 9.5 out of 10 and a weight of 440g / 15,52oz, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.

What's the difference between Daiwa 18 TDR Match and Feeder QD and Shimano 21 Stradic SW?

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
With a line retrieve of 72 centimeter / 28.35 inch (5.29 out of 10), this reel retrieves slowly.. suitable for relaxed feeder fishing