Daiwa 23 Saltiga 5000-HX vs Daiwa TD Match 4012X

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Daiwa 23 Saltiga, 5000-H, left and right hand, Sea Fishing Reel, Front Drag, 10310-050
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 Match, 4012, left and right hand, Spinning fishing reel, front drag, 10420-412
Daiwa TD Match
Feeder And Match
64.70 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classGood
Durability4.51 out of 10
Ergonomics3.8 out of 10
Gear ratio4.9:1
Maximum drag-
Weight400g / 14.11oz
Line retireve per crank86 centimeter / 33.86 inch
Ball bearings4

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDAIWA
  • The main category of the reelFeeder and match
  • Price range~ €153.33
  • 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 23 Saltiga 5000-HX clearly outshines Daiwa TD Match 4012X, offering significantly better performance in maximum drag (15kg / 33,07lbs) and durability (9.5 out of 10). While Daiwa TD Match 4012X 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 Match?

Daiwa 23 Saltiga 5000-HX

  • Scoring 8 out of 10 (15kg / 33,07lbs), the reel delivers reliable, smooth resistance when targeting strong fighters like snapper or pollock
  • 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 Match 4012X

  • The reel delivers balanced performance, suitable for most feeder and match situations without compromising too much on retrieve speed
  • A ball bearing score of 7 out of 10 (4), makes this reel runs fairly smooth, offering reliable fishing for general feeder and match cases