Daiwa 24 TDR QD 3012QD-DHX vs Shimano FX 4000 FCX

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

Daiwa 24 TDR QD

Feeder And Match

84.40 out of 100

Value for money4.5 out of 5

Quality classExcellent

Durability5.5 out of 10

Ergonomics5.94 out of 10

Gear ratio4.8:1

Maximum drag12kg / 26.46lbs

Weight300g / 10.58oz

Line retireve per crank79 centimeter / 31.1 inch

Ball bearings8+1

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelFeeder and match
Price range~ €229.33
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size3012QD-DH
Handle typeDouble handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.28/150

Shimano FX

Spinning

49.90 out of 100

Value for money3.5 out of 5

Quality classLow

Durability2.5 out of 10

Ergonomics4 out of 10

Gear ratio5.2:1

Maximum drag9kg / 19.84lbs

Weight320g / 11.29oz

Line retireve per crank82 centimeter / 32.28 inch

Ball bearings3

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €18.33
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size4000 FC
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.3/180

Conclusion

Daiwa 24 TDR QD 3012QD-DHX clearly outshines Shimano FX 4000 FCX, offering significantly better performance in weight (300g / 10,58oz) and total score (8.44 out of 10). While Shimano FX 4000 FCX may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa 24 TDR QD 3012QD-DHX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.