Daiwa Emblem Surf Light 45 SCW QD- P vs Daiwa TD Match 4012X

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Daiwa Emblem Surf Light 45 SCW QD- P

Seafishing

79.60 out of 100

Value for money4.5 out of 5

Quality classGood

Durability4.7 out of 10

Ergonomics5.61 out of 10

Gear ratio4.1:1

Maximum drag15kg / 33.07lbs

Weight555g / 19.58oz

Line retireve per crank88 centimeter / 34.65 inch

Ball bearings6

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelSeafishing
Price range~ €209.33
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size-
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.18/300

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 Emblem Surf Light 45 SCW QD- P edges out Daiwa TD Match 4012X with slightly better overall performance, especially on the maximum drag (15kg / 33,07lbs) and the weight (555g / 19,58oz). Still, Daiwa TD Match 4012X holds its own with strengths like a gear ratio of 4.9:1, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.

What's the difference between Daiwa Emblem Surf Light 45 SCW QD- P and Daiwa TD Match?

Daiwa Emblem Surf Light 45 SCW QD- P

Scoring 8 out of 10 (15kg / 33,07lbs), the reel delivers reliable, smooth resistance when targeting strong fighters like snapper or pollock
Scoring 8.41 out of 10 (555g / 19,58oz), this reel is lighter than expected for a saltwater model, which helps on long sessions without extra strain