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