Daiwa 23 Saltiga 5000-HX vs Daiwa TD FEEDER QD

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Daiwa 23 Saltiga

Seafishing

85.10 out of 100

Value for money3.5 out of 5

Quality classExcellent

Durability9.5 out of 10

Ergonomics5.88 out of 10

Gear ratio5.7:1

Maximum drag15kg / 33.07lbs

Weight365g / 12.88oz

Line retireve per crank96 centimeter / 37.8 inch

Ball bearings12

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelSeafishing
Price range~ €777.33
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel size5000-H
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.4/150

Daiwa TD FEEDER QD

Feeder And Match

61.30 out of 100

Value for money4 out of 5

Quality classMedium

Durability3.72 out of 10

Ergonomics3.8 out of 10

Gear ratio4.9:1

Maximum drag8kg

Weight440g / 15.52oz

Line retireve per crank87 centimeter

Ball bearings6

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelFeeder and match
Price range~ €95.33
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size4012
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.29/150

Conclusion

Daiwa 23 Saltiga 5000-HX clearly outshines Daiwa TD FEEDER QD, offering significantly better performance in durability (9.5 out of 10) and weight (365g / 12,88oz). While Daiwa TD FEEDER QD may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa 23 Saltiga 5000-HX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Daiwa 23 Saltiga and Daiwa TD FEEDER QD?

Daiwa 23 Saltiga 5000-HX

Scoring 8.96 out of 10 (365g / 12,88oz), 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.

Daiwa TD FEEDER QD

The reel delivers balanced performance, suitable for most feeder and match situations without compromising too much on retrieve speed
Rated at 8.67 out of 10 (6) for ball bearings, this reel provides smooth and consistent performance.. great for active match anglers