Daiwa TD Match 3012X vs Shimano 21 TwinPower SW 6000X

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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, 6000, left and right hand, Saltwater Fishing Reel, Front Drag, 5SF41M061
Shimano 21 TwinPower SW
Seafishing
88.20 out of 100
Value for money4.5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics5.79 out of 10
Gear ratio4:6:1
Maximum drag13kg / 28.66lbs
Weight425g / 14.99oz
Line retireve per crank83 centimeter / 32.68 inch
Ball bearings11

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelSeafishing
  • Price range~ €435.33
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size6000
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 190/0.19

Conclusion

Shimano 21 TwinPower SW 6000X edges out Daiwa TD Match 3012X with slightly better overall performance, especially on the maximum drag (13kg / 28,66lbs) 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 ergonomics of 5.93 out of 10, 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?

Daiwa TD Match 3012X

  • 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 6000X

  • A drag score of 6.22 out of 10 (13kg / 28,66lbs) provides solid stopping power for typical inshore or light offshore fishing
  • Built tough for the salt, ideal for seafishing.