Daiwa 20 Saltiga (G) 18000-HX vs Daiwa 20 TOURNAMENT QD 3010 / Double crankX

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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 20 TOURNAMENT QD

Feeder And Match

90.30 out of 100

Value for money5 out of 5

Quality classExcellent

Durability9.5 out of 10

Ergonomics5.94 out of 10

Gear ratio4.7:1

Maximum drag12kg / 26.46lbs

Weight300g / 10.58oz

Line retireve per crank79 centimeter / 31.1 inch

Ball bearings10

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelFeeder and match
Price range~ €292.33
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel size3010
Handle typeDouble handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.26/150

Conclusion

Daiwa 20 TOURNAMENT QD 3010 / Double crankX clearly outshines Daiwa 20 Saltiga (G) 18000-HX, offering significantly better performance in gear ratio (4.7:1) and weight (300g / 10,58oz). While Daiwa 20 Saltiga (G) 18000-HX may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa 20 TOURNAMENT QD 3010 / Double crankX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

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

Daiwa 20 TOURNAMENT QD 3010 / Double crankX

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