Daiwa 20 TOURNAMENT QD 3010 / Single crankX vs Shimano Spheros SW A 18000 HGX

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Daiwa 20 TOURNAMENT QD

Feeder And Match

90.40 out of 100

Value for money5 out of 5

Quality classExcellent

Durability9.5 out of 10

Ergonomics5.97 out of 10

Gear ratio4.7:1

Maximum drag12kg / 26.46lbs

Weight290g / 10.23oz

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 typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.26/150

Shimano Spheros SW A

Seafishing

59.10 out of 100

Value for money4 out of 5

Quality classGood

Durability8.56 out of 10

Ergonomics3.4 out of 10

Gear ratio5.7:1

Maximum drag18kg / 39.68lbs

Weight920g / 32.45oz

Line retireve per crank129 centimeter / 50.79 inch

Ball bearings4+1

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelSeafishing
Price range~ €169.33
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel size18000 HG
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.52/310

Conclusion

Daiwa 20 TOURNAMENT QD 3010 / Single crankX clearly outshines Shimano Spheros SW A 18000 HGX, offering significantly better performance in gear ratio (4.7:1) and weight (290g / 10,23oz). While Shimano Spheros SW A 18000 HGX may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa 20 TOURNAMENT QD 3010 / Single crankX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Daiwa 20 TOURNAMENT QD and Shimano Spheros SW A?

Daiwa 20 TOURNAMENT QD 3010 / Single crankX

The reel delivers balanced performance, suitable for most feeder and match situations without compromising too much on retrieve speed
Rated 8.34 out of 10 (290g / 10,23oz) 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