Daiwa 24 TDR QD 2508QDX vs Shimano FX 2500 FCX

The selected categories are different, score metrics vary from category to another.

Daiwa 24 TDR QD

Feeder And Match

83.60 out of 100

Value for money4.5 out of 5

Quality classExcellent

Durability5.5 out of 10

Ergonomics6.09 out of 10

Gear ratio4.8:1

Maximum drag10kg / 22.05lbs

Weight250g / 8.82oz

Line retireve per crank72 centimeter / 28.35 inch

Ball bearings8+1

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelFeeder and match
Price range~ €230.33
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size2508QD
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.23/150

Shimano FX

Spinning

48.60 out of 100

Value for money3.5 out of 5

Quality classLow

Durability2.5 out of 10

Ergonomics6.17 out of 10

Gear ratio5.0:1

Maximum drag4kg / 8.82lbs

Weight250g / 8.82oz

Line retireve per crank71 centimeter / 27.95 inch

Ball bearings3

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €18.33
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size2500 FC
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.25/160

Conclusion

Daiwa 24 TDR QD 2508QDX clearly outshines Shimano FX 2500 FCX, offering significantly better performance in maximum drag (10kg / 22,05lbs) and total score (8.36 out of 10). While Shimano FX 2500 FCX may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa 24 TDR QD 2508QDX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.