Shimano 21 TwinPower SW C 5000 XGX vs Daiwa 24 TDR QD 3012QDX

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Shimano 21 TwinPower SW C

Seafishing

69.50 out of 100

Value for money4 out of 5

Quality classExcellent

Durability9.5 out of 10

Ergonomics5.8 out of 10

Gear ratio6.2:1

Maximum drag13kg / 28.66lbs

Weight420g / 14.82oz

Line retireve per crank105 centimeter / 41.34 inch

Ball bearings11

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelSeafishing
Price range~ €435.33
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel size5000 XG
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.37/150

Daiwa 24 TDR QD

Feeder And Match

84.60 out of 100

Value for money4.5 out of 5

Quality classExcellent

Durability5.5 out of 10

Ergonomics5.99 out of 10

Gear ratio4.8:1

Maximum drag12kg / 26.46lbs

Weight285g / 10.05oz

Line retireve per crank79 centimeter / 31.1 inch

Ball bearings8+1

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelFeeder and match
Price range~ €229.33
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size3012QD
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.28/150

Conclusion

Daiwa 24 TDR QD 3012QDX edges out Shimano 21 TwinPower SW C 5000 XGX with slightly better overall performance, especially on the gear ratio (4.8:1) and the line retrieve per crank (79 centimeter / 31.1 inch). Still, Shimano 21 TwinPower SW C 5000 XGX holds its own with strengths like a durability of 9.5 out of 10 and a weight of 420g / 14,82oz, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.

What's the difference between Shimano 21 TwinPower SW C and Daiwa 24 TDR QD?

Shimano 21 TwinPower SW C 5000 XGX

Built tough for the salt, ideal for seafishing.

Daiwa 24 TDR QD 3012QDX

The reel delivers balanced performance, suitable for most feeder and match situations without compromising too much on retrieve speed
This reel provides steady retrieval 79 centimeter / 31.1 inch (6.29 out of 10), good enough for most feeder and match scenarios