Daiwa 23 MATCHMAN 4000X vs Shimano Twinpower FD 4000M HG 4000MHGX

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 Twinpower FD 4000M HG

Spinning

4000mhgx

94.90 out of 100

Value for money4.5 out of 5

Quality classExcellent

Durability5.56 out of 10

Ergonomics6.1 out of 10

Gear ratio5.8:1

Maximum drag11kg / 24.25lbs

Weight270g / 9.52oz

Line retireve per crank95 centimeter / 37.4 inch

Ball bearings10

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €389.80
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size4000MHG
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.25/165

Conclusion

Shimano Twinpower FD 4000M HG 4000MHGX clearly outshines Daiwa 23 MATCHMAN 4000X, offering significantly better performance in total score (9.49 out of 10) and weight (270g / 9,52oz). While Daiwa 23 MATCHMAN 4000X may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano Twinpower FD 4000M HG 4000MHGX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.