Shimano 21 TwinPower SW C 8000 HGX vs Daiwa 18 TDR Match and Feeder QD 2508X
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Shimano 21 TwinPower SW C
Seafishing
74.30 out of 100
Value for money4.5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics5.52 out of 10
Gear ratio5.6:1
Maximum drag25kg / 55.12lbs
Weight615g / 21.69oz
Line retireve per crank107 centimeter / 42.13 inch
Ball bearings11
Technical Specifications
- BrandSHIMANO
- The main category of the reelSeafishing
- Price range~ €429.33
- Is saltwater resistantYes
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size8000 HG
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.41/230

Daiwa 18 TDR Match and Feeder QD
Feeder And Match
95.00 out of 100
Value for money5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability5.5 out of 10
Ergonomics6.04 out of 10
Gear ratio4.8:1
Maximum drag10kg / 22.05lbs
Weight265g / 9.35oz
Line retireve per crank72 centimeter / 28.35 inch
Ball bearings8
Technical Specifications
- BrandDAIWA
- The main category of the reelFeeder and match
- Price range~ €187.00
- Is saltwater resistantNo
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size2508
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.23/150
Conclusion
Daiwa 18 TDR Match and Feeder QD 2508X clearly outshines Shimano 21 TwinPower SW C 8000 HGX, offering significantly better performance in ball bearings (8) and gear ratio (4.8:1). While Shimano 21 TwinPower SW C 8000 HGX may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa 18 TDR Match and Feeder QD 2508X is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.
What's the difference between Shimano 21 TwinPower SW C and Daiwa 18 TDR Match and Feeder QD?
Shimano 21 TwinPower SW C 8000 HGX
- Built tough for the salt, ideal for seafishing.
Daiwa 18 TDR Match and Feeder QD 2508X
- The reel delivers balanced performance, suitable for most feeder and match situations without compromising too much on retrieve speed
- With a line retrieve of 72 centimeter / 28.35 inch (5.29 out of 10), this reel retrieves slowly.. suitable for relaxed feeder fishing
- With a ball bearing score of 10 out of 10 (8), this reel feels exceptionally smooth and responsive, an ideal choice for demanding feeder and match fishing
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