Daiwa 23 MATCHMAN 4000X vs Shimano 21 TwinPower SW 6000X

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Daiwa 23 MATCHMAN, 4000, left and right hand, Spinning Fishing Reel, Front Drag, 10113-400
Daiwa 23 MATCHMAN
Spinning
52.30 out of 100
Value for money3 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability2.99 out of 10
Ergonomics4 out of 10
Gear ratio5.3:1
Maximum drag6kg / 13.23lbs
Weight435g / 15.34oz
Line retireve per crank95 centimeter / 37.4 inch
Ball bearings3

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDAIWA
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €49.33
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size4000
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.33/250
Shimano 21 TwinPower SW, 6000, left and right hand, Saltwater Fishing Reel, Front Drag, 5SF41M061
Shimano 21 TwinPower SW
Seafishing
88.20 out of 100
Value for money4.5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics5.79 out of 10
Gear ratio4:6:1
Maximum drag13kg / 28.66lbs
Weight425g / 14.99oz
Line retireve per crank83 centimeter / 32.68 inch
Ball bearings11

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelSeafishing
  • Price range~ €435.33
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size6000
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 190/0.19

Conclusion

Shimano 21 TwinPower SW 6000X clearly outshines Daiwa 23 MATCHMAN 4000X, offering significantly better performance in durability (9.5 out of 10) and weight (425g / 14,99oz). While Daiwa 23 MATCHMAN 4000X may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano 21 TwinPower SW 6000X is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Daiwa 23 MATCHMAN and Shimano 21 TwinPower SW?

Daiwa 23 MATCHMAN 4000X

  • A bearing score of 5 out of 10 (3) gets the job done (basic but dependable) especially for beginners or casual anglers

Shimano 21 TwinPower SW 6000X

  • Scoring 8.79 out of 10 (425g / 14,99oz), this reel is lighter than expected for a saltwater model, which helps on long sessions without extra strain
  • Built tough for the salt, ideal for seafishing.