Daiwa 18 TDR Match and Feeder QD 3012X vs Penn 2020 Clash II 1000X

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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

Penn 2020 Clash II

Spinning

67.70 out of 100

Value for money4 out of 5

Quality classGood

Durability8.59 out of 10

Ergonomics6.33 out of 10

Gear ratio5.2:1

Maximum drag4kg / 8.82lbs

Weight200g / 7.05oz

Line retireve per crank56 centimeter / 22.05 inch

Ball bearings9

Technical Specifications

BrandPENN
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €177.40
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel size1000
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.14/255

Conclusion

Daiwa 18 TDR Match and Feeder QD 3012X clearly outshines Penn 2020 Clash II 1000X, offering significantly better performance in ball bearings (8) and maximum drag (12kg / 26,46lbs). While Penn 2020 Clash II 1000X 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 Penn 2020 Clash II?

Daiwa 18 TDR Match and Feeder QD 3012X

This reel provides steady retrieval 79 centimeter / 31.1 inch (6.29 out of 10), good enough for most feeder and match scenarios
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