Daiwa 23 MATCHMAN 3000X vs Shimano Tekota 500 HGA LCM / Right handX

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Daiwa 23 MATCHMAN, 3000, left and right hand, Spinning Fishing Reel, Front Drag, 10113-300
Daiwa 23 MATCHMAN
Spinning
54.00 out of 100
Value for money3 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability2.92 out of 10
Ergonomics6.02 out of 10
Gear ratio5.3:1
Maximum drag4kg / 8.82lbs
Weight295g / 10.41oz
Line retireve per crank82 centimeter / 32.28 inch
Ball bearings3

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDAIWA
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €45.33
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size3000
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.28/200
Shimano Tekota, 500 HGA LCM, right hand, Trolling fishing reel, Star Drag, Multiplier reel, TEK500HGLCMA
Shimano Tekota
Multireels
66.70 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classGood
Durability8.57 out of 10
Ergonomics6.08 out of 10
Gear ratio6.3:1
Maximum drag11kg / 24.25lbs
Weight430g / 15.17oz
Line retireve per crank75 centimeter / 29.53 inch
Ball bearings4

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelMultireels
  • Price range~ €170.90
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size500 HGA LCM
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeStar drag
  • Handle orientationRight
  • Line capacity monofillbs/yds: 12/440

Conclusion

Shimano Tekota 500 HGA LCM / Right handX edges out Daiwa 23 MATCHMAN 3000X with slightly better overall performance, especially on the durability (8.57 out of 10) and the total score (6.67 out of 10). Still, Daiwa 23 MATCHMAN 3000X holds its own with strengths like a gear ratio of 5.3:1 and a line retrieve per crank of 82 centimeter / 32.28 inch, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.

What's the difference between Daiwa 23 MATCHMAN and Shimano Tekota?

Daiwa 23 MATCHMAN 3000X

  • 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

Shimano Tekota 500 HGA LCM / Right handX

  • Ready for saltwater, great for any multireels adventure.