Daiwa 24 Certate SW 4000-HX vs Daiwa 18 TDR Match and Feeder QD 2508X

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Daiwa 24 Certate SW, 4000-H, left and right hand, Sea Spinning Reel, Front Drag, 10316-400
Daiwa 24 Certate SW
Seafishing
80.40 out of 100
Value for money4.5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics5.92 out of 10
Gear ratio5.7:1
Maximum drag12kg / 26.46lbs
Weight335g / 11.82oz
Line retireve per crank90 centimeter / 35.43 inch
Ball bearings10

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDAIWA
  • The main category of the reelSeafishing
  • Price range~ €499.33
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size4000-H
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.37/150
Daiwa 18 TDR Match and Feeder QD, 2508, left and right hand, Match and Feeder Fishing Reel, Front Drag, 10215-258
Daiwa 18 TDR Match and Feeder QD
Feeder And Match
95.00 out of 100
Value for money5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability5.5 out of 10
Ergonomics6.04 out of 10
Gear ratio4.8:1
Maximum drag10kg / 22.05lbs
Weight265g / 9.35oz
Line retireve per crank72 centimeter / 28.35 inch
Ball bearings8

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDAIWA
  • The main category of the reelFeeder and match
  • Price range~ €187.00
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size2508
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.23/150

Conclusion

Daiwa 18 TDR Match and Feeder QD 2508X edges out Daiwa 24 Certate SW 4000-HX with slightly better overall performance, especially on the ball bearings (8) and the gear ratio (4.8:1). Still, Daiwa 24 Certate SW 4000-HX holds its own with strengths like a line retrieve per crank of 90 centimeter / 35.43 inch and a durability of 9.5 out of 10, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.

What's the difference between Daiwa 24 Certate SW and Daiwa 18 TDR Match and Feeder QD?

Daiwa 24 Certate SW 4000-HX

  • Built tough for the salt, ideal for seafishing.

Daiwa 18 TDR Match and Feeder QD 2508X

  • The reel delivers balanced performance, suitable for most feeder and match situations without compromising too much on retrieve speed
  • With a ball bearing score of 10 out of 10 (8), this reel feels exceptionally smooth and responsive, an ideal choice for demanding feeder and match fishing