Daiwa 20 Saltiga (G) 18000-HX vs Shimano Twin Power FD 2500X
The selected categories are different, score metrics vary from category to another.

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

Shimano Twin Power FD
Spinning
88.60 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability5.56 out of 10
Ergonomics6.28 out of 10
Gear ratio5.3:1
Maximum drag9kg / 19.84lbs
Weight215g / 7.58oz
Line retireve per crank78 centimeter / 30.71 inch
Ball bearings10
Technical Specifications
- BrandSHIMANO
- The main category of the reelSpinning
- Price range~ €383.50
- Is saltwater resistantNo
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size2500
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.25/160
Conclusion
Shimano Twin Power FD 2500X clearly outshines Daiwa 20 Saltiga (G) 18000-HX, offering significantly better performance in gear ratio (5.3:1) and weight (215g / 7,58oz). While Daiwa 20 Saltiga (G) 18000-HX may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano Twin Power FD 2500X is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.
What's the difference between Daiwa 20 Saltiga (G) and Shimano Twin Power FD?
Daiwa 20 Saltiga (G) 18000-HX
- Built tough for the salt, ideal for seafishing.
Shimano Twin Power FD 2500X
- The reel brings in line quickly with its 8.2 out of 10 (5.3:1) rating, making it a great fit for power fishing
- With a score like 8.57 out of 10 (215g / 7,58oz), the reel feels light in the hand.. ideal for active techniques like twitching, jigging, or topwater.
- 6.14 out of 10 (78 centimeter / 30.71 inch) in line retrieve, means the reel delivers a steady and reliable retrieve which is ideal for most everyday techniques
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