Daiwa 18 TDR Match and Feeder QD 3012X vs Daiwa 21 Ballistic MQ LT 2500DX

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Daiwa 18 TDR Match and Feeder QD, 3012, left and right hand, Match and Feeder Fishing Reel, Front Drag, 10215-312
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
Ergonomics5.93 out of 10
Gear ratio4.7:1
Maximum drag12kg / 26.46lbs
Weight305g / 10.76oz
Line retireve per crank79 centimeter / 31.1 inch
Ball bearings8

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDAIWA
  • The main category of the reelFeeder and match
  • Price range~ €189.00
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size3012
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.28/150
Daiwa 21 Ballistic MQ LT, 2500D, left and right hand, Spinning Fishing Reel, Front Drag, 10480-250
Daiwa 21 Ballistic MQ LT
Spinning
95.00 out of 100
Value for money5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability5.5 out of 10
Ergonomics6.35 out of 10
Gear ratio5.2:1
Maximum drag10kg / 22.05lbs
Weight195g / 6.88oz
Line retireve per crank73 centimeter / 28.74 inch
Ball bearings8

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDAIWA
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €204.30
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size2500D
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.28/150

Conclusion

Both Daiwa 18 TDR Match and Feeder QD 3012X and Daiwa 21 Ballistic MQ LT 2500DX perform at a similar level overall, so the better choice depends on what matters more to you, Daiwa 18 TDR Match and Feeder QD 3012X offers a line retrieve per crank of 79 centimeter / 31.1 inch, while Daiwa 21 Ballistic MQ LT 2500DX stands out for a gear ratio of 5.2:1. Your decision should be guided by your fishing style and target species.

What's the difference between Daiwa 18 TDR Match and Feeder QD and Daiwa 21 Ballistic MQ LT?

There are not much differences between the two comparables