Daiwa 18 TDR Match and Feeder QD 4012X vs Daiwa 23 Caldia SW 4000D-CXHX

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Daiwa 18 TDR Match and Feeder QD

Feeder And Match

91.10 out of 100

Value for money5 out of 5

Quality classExcellent

Durability5.5 out of 10

Ergonomics3.8 out of 10

Gear ratio4.9:1

Maximum drag12kg / 26.46lbs

Weight395g / 13.93oz

Line retireve per crank86 centimeter / 33.86 inch

Ball bearings8

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelFeeder and match
Price range~ €199.00
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size4012
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.28/150

Daiwa 23 Caldia SW

Seafishing

77.00 out of 100

Value for money4.5 out of 5

Quality classGood

Durability8.69 out of 10

Ergonomics5.99 out of 10

Gear ratio6.2:1

Maximum drag12kg / 26.46lbs

Weight290g / 10.23oz

Line retireve per crank99 centimeter / 38.98 inch

Ball bearings6+1

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelSeafishing
Price range~ €208.33
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel size4000D-CXH
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.2/300

Conclusion

Daiwa 18 TDR Match and Feeder QD 4012X edges out Daiwa 23 Caldia SW 4000D-CXHX with slightly better overall performance, especially on the gear ratio (4.9:1) and the maximum drag (12kg / 26,46lbs). Still, Daiwa 23 Caldia SW 4000D-CXHX holds its own with strengths like a weight of 290g / 10,23oz and a durability of 8.69 out of 10, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.

What's the difference between Daiwa 18 TDR Match and Feeder QD and Daiwa 23 Caldia SW?

Daiwa 18 TDR Match and Feeder QD 4012X

The reel delivers balanced performance, suitable for most feeder and match situations without compromising too much on retrieve speed

Daiwa 23 Caldia SW 4000D-CXHX

With a weight score of 9.17 out of 10 (290g / 10,23oz), this reel is impressively light for saltwater and provides great comfort
Built tough for the salt, ideal for seafishing.