Daiwa TD Match 4012X vs Daiwa Ninja LT 3000-CX

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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 Ninja LT

Spinning

63.80 out of 100

Value for money3.5 out of 5

Quality classLow

Durability2.92 out of 10

Ergonomics6.17 out of 10

Gear ratio5.3:1

Maximum drag12kg / 26.46lbs

Weight250g / 8.82oz

Line retireve per crank80 centimeter / 31.5 inch

Ball bearings4

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €45.00
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size3000-C
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.23/150

Conclusion

Both Daiwa TD Match 4012X and Daiwa Ninja LT 3000-CX perform at a similar level overall, so the better choice depends on what matters more to you, Daiwa TD Match 4012X offers a line retrieve per crank of 86 centimeter / 33.86 inch, while Daiwa Ninja LT 3000-CX stands out for a maximum drag of 12kg / 26,46lbs. Your decision should be guided by your fishing style and target species.

What's the difference between Daiwa TD Match and Daiwa Ninja LT?

Daiwa Ninja LT 3000-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 8.33 out of 10 (250g / 8,82oz), the reel feels light in the hand.. ideal for active techniques like twitching, jigging, or topwater.