Daiwa 21 Certate SW 18000-HX vs Daiwa 18 TDR Match and Feeder QD 4012X

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Daiwa 21 Certate SW, 18000-H, left and right hand, Sea Fishing Spinning Reel, Front Drag, 10315-180
Daiwa 21 Certate SW
Seafishing
79.10 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics3.4 out of 10
Gear ratio5.8:1
Maximum drag30kg / 66.14lbs
Weight850g / 29.98oz
Line retireve per crank131 centimeter / 51.57 inch
Ball bearings8

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDAIWA
  • The main category of the reelSeafishing
  • Price range~ €537.33
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size18000-H
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.42/300
Daiwa 18 TDR Match and Feeder QD, 4012, left and right hand, Match and Feeder Fishing Reel, Front Drag, 10215-412
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

Conclusion

Daiwa 18 TDR Match and Feeder QD 4012X edges out Daiwa 21 Certate SW 18000-HX with slightly better overall performance, especially on the gear ratio (4.9:1) and the line retrieve per crank (86 centimeter / 33.86 inch). Still, Daiwa 21 Certate SW 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 21 Certate SW and Daiwa 18 TDR Match and Feeder QD?

Daiwa 21 Certate SW 18000-HX

  • Built tough for the salt, ideal for seafishing.

Daiwa 18 TDR Match and Feeder QD 4012X

  • The reel delivers balanced performance, suitable for most feeder and match situations without compromising too much on retrieve speed
  • 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