Daiwa 18 TDR Match and Feeder QD 4012X vs Shimano Spheros SW SPC3000HGSWX
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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

Shimano Spheros SW
Seafishing
40.20 out of 100
Value for money2.5 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability7 out of 10
Ergonomics6.03 out of 10
Gear ratio6.0:1
Maximum drag9kg / 19.84lbs
Weight260g / 9.17oz
Line retireve per crank88 centimeter / 34.65 inch
Ball bearings4
Technical Specifications
- BrandSHIMANO
- The main category of the reelSeafishing
- Price range~ €96.33
- Is saltwater resistantYes
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel sizeSPC3000HGSW
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.25/210
Conclusion
Daiwa 18 TDR Match and Feeder QD 4012X clearly outshines Shimano Spheros SW SPC3000HGSWX, offering significantly better performance in maximum drag (12kg / 26,46lbs) and gear ratio (4.9:1). While Shimano Spheros SW SPC3000HGSWX may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa 18 TDR Match and Feeder QD 4012X is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.
What's the difference between Daiwa 18 TDR Match and Feeder QD and Shimano Spheros 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
- 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
Shimano Spheros SW SPC3000HGSWX
- With a weight score of 9.26 out of 10 (260g / 9,17oz), this reel is impressively light for saltwater and provides great comfort
- Built tough for the salt, ideal for seafishing.
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