Shimano AERO XR C5000X vs Daiwa TD FEEDER QD

Shimano AERO XR

Feeder And Match

79.20 out of 100

Value for money4.5 out of 5

Quality classGood

Durability4.5 out of 10

Ergonomics6.09 out of 10

Gear ratio4.7

Maximum drag11kg / 24.25lbs

Weight250g / 8.82oz

Line retireve per crank80 centimeter / 31.5 inch

Ball bearings5+1

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelFeeder and match
Price range~ €125.33
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel sizeC5000
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.4/120

Daiwa TD FEEDER QD

Feeder And Match

61.30 out of 100

Value for money4 out of 5

Quality classMedium

Durability3.72 out of 10

Ergonomics3.8 out of 10

Gear ratio4.9:1

Maximum drag8kg

Weight440g / 15.52oz

Line retireve per crank87 centimeter

Ball bearings6

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelFeeder and match
Price range~ €95.33
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size4012
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.29/150

Conclusion

Shimano AERO XR C5000X edges out Daiwa TD FEEDER QD with slightly better overall performance, especially on the weight (250g / 8,82oz) and the ergonomics (6.09 out of 10). Still, Daiwa TD FEEDER QD holds its own with strengths like a line retrieve per crank of 87 centimeter and a gear ratio of 4.9:1, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.