Daiwa TD Match 3012X vs Shimano 21 TwinPower SW C 10000 PGX

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Daiwa TD Match, 3012, left and right hand, Spinning fishing reel, front drag, 10420-312
Daiwa TD Match
Feeder And Match
71.20 out of 100
Value for money4.5 out of 5
Quality classGood
Durability4.51 out of 10
Ergonomics5.93 out of 10
Gear ratio4.7:1
Maximum drag-
Weight305g / 10.76oz
Line retireve per crank79 centimeter / 31.1 inch
Ball bearings4

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDAIWA
  • The main category of the reelFeeder and match
  • Price range~ €153.33
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size3012
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.28/150
Shimano 21 TwinPower SW C, 10000 PG, left and right hand, Saltwater Fishing Reel, Front Drag, TPSW10000PGC
Shimano 21 TwinPower SW C
Seafishing
85.50 out of 100
Value for money4.5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics5.46 out of 10
Gear ratio4.9:1
Maximum drag25kg / 55.12lbs
Weight655g / 23.1oz
Line retireve per crank102 centimeter / 40.16 inch
Ball bearings11

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelSeafishing
  • Price range~ €429.33
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size10000 PG
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.47/210

Conclusion

Shimano 21 TwinPower SW C 10000 PGX edges out Daiwa TD Match 3012X with slightly better overall performance, especially on the maximum drag (25kg / 55,12lbs) and the durability (9.5 out of 10). Still, Daiwa TD Match 3012X holds its own with strengths like a ball bearings of 4 and a line retrieve per crank of 79 centimeter / 31.1 inch, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.

What's the difference between Daiwa TD Match and Shimano 21 TwinPower SW C?

Daiwa TD Match 3012X

  • This reel provides steady retrieval 79 centimeter / 31.1 inch (6.29 out of 10), good enough for most feeder and match scenarios
  • A ball bearing score of 7 out of 10 (4), makes this reel runs fairly smooth, offering reliable fishing for general feeder and match cases

Shimano 21 TwinPower SW C 10000 PGX

  • With a drag score of 10 out of 10 (25kg / 55,12lbs), the reel is built to handle serious pressure from large saltwater predators
  • Built tough for the salt, ideal for seafishing.