Daiwa TD Match 4012X vs Daiwa 21 Ballistic MQ LT 4000D-CX

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

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

Daiwa 21 Ballistic MQ LT

Spinning

95.00 out of 100

Value for money5 out of 5

Quality classExcellent

Durability5.5 out of 10

Ergonomics6.23 out of 10

Gear ratio5.2:1

Maximum drag12kg / 26.46lbs

Weight230g / 8.11oz

Line retireve per crank82 centimeter / 32.28 inch

Ball bearings8

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €218.10
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size4000D-C
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.37/150

Conclusion

Daiwa 21 Ballistic MQ LT 4000D-CX clearly outshines Daiwa TD Match 4012X, offering significantly better performance in maximum drag (12kg / 26,46lbs) and weight (230g / 8,11oz). While Daiwa TD Match 4012X may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa 21 Ballistic MQ LT 4000D-CX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Daiwa TD Match and Daiwa 21 Ballistic MQ LT?

Daiwa 21 Ballistic MQ LT 4000D-CX

With a great drag score 10 out of 10 (12kg / 26,46lbs), the reel is built to handle big fish confidently.. whatever the setting, freshwater or inshore salt
With a score like 8.47 out of 10 (230g / 8,11oz), the reel feels light in the hand.. ideal for active techniques like twitching, jigging, or topwater.