Daiwa 18 TDR Match and Feeder QD 3012X vs Shimano TLD II A 30 IIX

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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

Shimano TLD II A

Multireels

74.00 out of 100

Value for money4.5 out of 5

Quality classGood

Durability8.66 out of 10

Ergonomics3.4 out of 10

Gear ratio4.0:1 / 1.7:1

Maximum drag33kg / 72.75lbs

Weight1063g / 37.5oz

Line retireve per crank94 centimeter / 37.01 inch

Ball bearings4

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelMultireels
Price range~ €199.33
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel size30 II
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeLever drag
Handle orientationRight
Line capacity monofil-

Conclusion

Daiwa 18 TDR Match and Feeder QD 3012X clearly outshines Shimano TLD II A 30 IIX, offering significantly better performance in ball bearings (8) and weight (305g / 10,76oz). While Shimano TLD II A 30 IIX 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.