Shimano FX 1000 FCX vs Daiwa TD Match 3012X

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Shimano FX , 1000 FC, left and right hand, Spinning Fishing Reel, Front Drag, FX1000FC
Shimano FX
Spinning
46.00 out of 100
Value for money3.5 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability2.5 out of 10
Ergonomics6.25 out of 10
Gear ratio5.0:1
Maximum drag3kg / 6.61lbs
Weight225g / 7.94oz
Line retireve per crank66 centimeter / 25.98 inch
Ball bearings3

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €18.33
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size1000 FC
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.2/140
Daiwa TD Match, 3012, left and right hand, Spinning fishing reel, front drag, 10420-312
Daiwa TD Match
Feeder And Match
71.20 out of 100
Value for money4.5 out of 5
Quality classGood
Durability4.51 out of 10
Ergonomics5.93 out of 10
Gear ratio4.7:1
Maximum drag-
Weight305g / 10.76oz
Line retireve per crank79 centimeter / 31.1 inch
Ball bearings4

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDAIWA
  • The main category of the reelFeeder and match
  • Price range~ €153.33
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size3012
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.28/150

Conclusion

Daiwa TD Match 3012X clearly outshines Shimano FX 1000 FCX, offering significantly better performance in total score (7.12 out of 10) and line retrieve per crank (79 centimeter / 31.1 inch). While Shimano FX 1000 FCX may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa TD Match 3012X is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Shimano FX and Daiwa TD Match?

Shimano FX 1000 FCX

  • Designed with a light drag at 5 out of 10 (3kg / 6,61lbs), the reel is perfect when you're going after small fish or using ultralight setups

Daiwa TD Match 3012X

  • This reel provides steady retrieval 79 centimeter / 31.1 inch (6.29 out of 10), good enough for most feeder and match scenarios