Daiwa 18 TDR Match and Feeder QD 3012X vs Daiwa 23 Caldia SW 8000-HX
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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
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 23 Caldia SW
Seafishing
66.30 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classGood
Durability8.81 out of 10
Ergonomics5.5 out of 10
Gear ratio5.7:1
Maximum drag15kg / 33.07lbs
Weight630g / 22.22oz
Line retireve per crank110 centimeter / 43.31 inch
Ball bearings6+1
Technical Specifications
- BrandDAIWA
- The main category of the reelSeafishing
- Price range~ €242.33
- Is saltwater resistantYes
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size8000-H
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.28/300
Conclusion
Daiwa 18 TDR Match and Feeder QD 3012X clearly outshines Daiwa 23 Caldia SW 8000-HX, offering significantly better performance in gear ratio (4.7:1) and line retrieve per crank (79 centimeter / 31.1 inch). While Daiwa 23 Caldia SW 8000-HX may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa 18 TDR Match and Feeder QD 3012X 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 23 Caldia SW?
Daiwa 18 TDR Match and Feeder QD 3012X
- The reel delivers balanced performance, suitable for most feeder and match situations without compromising too much on retrieve speed
- This reel provides steady retrieval 79 centimeter / 31.1 inch (6.29 out of 10), good enough for most feeder and match scenarios
Daiwa 23 Caldia SW 8000-HX
- Built tough for the salt, ideal for seafishing.
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