Daiwa 20 Saltiga (G) 18000-HX vs Daiwa 24 TDR QD 3012QD-DHX

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Daiwa 20 Saltiga (G)

Seafishing

67.80 out of 100

Value for money3 out of 5

Quality classExcellent

Durability9.5 out of 10

Ergonomics3.4 out of 10

Gear ratio5.8:1

Maximum drag30kg / 66.14lbs

Weight885g / 31.22oz

Line retireve per crank131 centimeter / 51.57 inch

Ball bearings12

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelSeafishing
Price range~ €850.33
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel size18000-H
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.47/300

Daiwa 24 TDR QD

Feeder And Match

84.40 out of 100

Value for money4.5 out of 5

Quality classExcellent

Durability5.5 out of 10

Ergonomics5.94 out of 10

Gear ratio4.8:1

Maximum drag12kg / 26.46lbs

Weight300g / 10.58oz

Line retireve per crank79 centimeter / 31.1 inch

Ball bearings8+1

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelFeeder and match
Price range~ €229.33
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size3012QD-DH
Handle typeDouble handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.28/150

Conclusion

Daiwa 24 TDR QD 3012QD-DHX edges out Daiwa 20 Saltiga (G) 18000-HX with slightly better overall performance, especially on the gear ratio (4.8:1) and the weight (300g / 10,58oz). Still, Daiwa 20 Saltiga (G) 18000-HX holds its own with strengths like a durability of 9.5 out of 10 and a maximum drag of 30kg / 66,14lbs, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.

What's the difference between Daiwa 20 Saltiga (G) and Daiwa 24 TDR QD?

Daiwa 20 Saltiga (G) 18000-HX

Built tough for the salt, ideal for seafishing.

Daiwa 24 TDR QD 3012QD-DHX

The reel delivers balanced performance, suitable for most feeder and match situations without compromising too much on retrieve speed
Rated 8.29 out of 10 (300g / 10,58oz) in weight, this reel strikes a great balance between sturdiness and lightness, making it great for consistent feeder casting
This reel provides steady retrieval 79 centimeter / 31.1 inch (6.29 out of 10), good enough for most feeder and match scenarios