Shimano 21 TwinPower SW C 8000 HGX vs Daiwa 24 TDR QD 3012QDX

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Shimano 21 TwinPower SW C, 8000 HG, left and right hand, Saltwater Fishing Reel, Front Drag, TPSW8000HGC
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 24 TDR QD, 3012QD, Match & Feeder Fishing Reel, Front Drag, 10516-312
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 8000 HGX 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 8000 HGX holds its own with strengths like a durability of 9.5 out of 10 and a maximum drag of 25kg / 55,12lbs, 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 8000 HGX

  • 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