Daiwa 24 TDR QD 3012QDX vs Shimano FX 1000 FCX

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Daiwa 24 TDR QD

Feeder And Match

84.60 out of 100

Value for money4.5 out of 5

Quality classExcellent

Durability5.5 out of 10

Ergonomics5.99 out of 10

Gear ratio4.8:1

Maximum drag12kg / 26.46lbs

Weight285g / 10.05oz

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
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.28/150

Shimano FX

Spinning

46.00 out of 100

Value for money3.5 out of 5

Quality classLow

Durability2.5 out of 10

Ergonomics6.25 out of 10

Gear ratio5.0:1

Maximum drag3kg / 6.61lbs

Weight225g / 7.94oz

Line retireve per crank66 centimeter / 25.98 inch

Ball bearings3

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €18.33
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size1000 FC
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.2/140

Conclusion

Daiwa 24 TDR QD 3012QDX clearly outshines Shimano FX 1000 FCX, offering significantly better performance in maximum drag (12kg / 26,46lbs) and total score (8.46 out of 10). While Shimano FX 1000 FCX may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa 24 TDR QD 3012QDX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.