Daiwa 18 TDR Match and Feeder QD 3012X vs Daiwa BG 8000X

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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 BG

Spinning

68.30 out of 100

Value for money4 out of 5

Quality classGood

Durability8.5 out of 10

Ergonomics4 out of 10

Gear ratio5.3:1

Maximum drag0lbs

Weight850g / 29.98oz

Line retireve per crank135 centimeter / 53.15 inch

Ball bearings6

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €129.33
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel size8000
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.45/500

Conclusion

Daiwa 18 TDR Match and Feeder QD 3012X clearly outshines Daiwa BG 8000X, offering significantly better performance in maximum drag (12kg / 26,46lbs) and weight (305g / 10,76oz). While Daiwa BG 8000X 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 BG?

Daiwa 18 TDR Match and Feeder QD 3012X

With a maximum drag of 10 out of 10 (12kg / 26,46lbs), this reel offers excellent stopping power, giving fishermen the confidence to handle pressure situations with ease
Rated 8.26 out of 10 (305g / 10,76oz) in weight, this reel strikes a great balance between sturdiness and lightness, making it great for consistent feeder casting
This reel provides steady retrieval 79 centimeter / 31.1 inch (6.29 out of 10), good enough for most feeder and match scenarios