Daiwa 18 TDR Match and Feeder QD 4012X vs Shimano Cardiff 401A

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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 Cardiff 401A

Multireels

48.20 out of 100

Value for money3.5 out of 5

Quality classMedium

Durability3.72 out of 10

Ergonomics6.24 out of 10

Gear ratio5.2:1

Maximum drag5kg / 11.02 lbs

Weight337g / 11.89oz

Line retireve per crank56cm / 22.05 inch

Ball bearings4 A-RB + 1 RB

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelMultireels
Price range~ €95.30
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size401
Handle typeDouble handle
Drag typeStar drag
Handle orientationLeft
Line capacity monofil0.30mm-325m / 0.35mm-270m / 0.40mm-215m 12lb-330yds / 14lb-250yds / 20lb-165yds

Conclusion

Daiwa 18 TDR Match and Feeder QD 4012X clearly outshines Shimano Cardiff 401A, offering significantly better performance in maximum drag (12kg / 26,46lbs) and line retrieve per crank (86 centimeter / 33.86 inch). While Shimano Cardiff 401A 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 Cardiff 401A?

Daiwa 18 TDR Match and Feeder QD 4012X

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
A line retrieve score of 8.1 out of 10 86 centimeter / 33.86 inch), this reel offers quick and smooth line pickup, ideal for keeping up during active feeder sessions