Shimano Forcemaster 9000 A vs Daiwa 23 MATCHMAN 4000X

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Shimano Forcemaster 9000 A

Multireels

79.60 out of 100

Value for money3 out of 5

Quality classExcellent

Durability5.89 out of 10

Ergonomics3.8 out of 10

Gear ratio3.1:1

Maximum drag25kg / 55.12lbs

Weight1520g / 53.62oz

Line retireve per crank88 centimeter / 34.65 inch

Ball bearings3

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelMultireels
Price range~ €849.33
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size9000
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeStar drag
Handle orientationRight
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.47/900

Daiwa 23 MATCHMAN

Spinning

52.30 out of 100

Value for money3 out of 5

Quality classLow

Durability2.99 out of 10

Ergonomics4 out of 10

Gear ratio5.3:1

Maximum drag6kg / 13.23lbs

Weight435g / 15.34oz

Line retireve per crank95 centimeter / 37.4 inch

Ball bearings3

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €49.33
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size4000
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.33/250

Conclusion

Shimano Forcemaster 9000 A clearly outshines Daiwa 23 MATCHMAN 4000X, offering significantly better performance in durability (5.89 out of 10) and total score (7.96 out of 10). While Daiwa 23 MATCHMAN 4000X may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano Forcemaster 9000 A is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Shimano Forcemaster 9000 A and Daiwa 23 MATCHMAN?

Daiwa 23 MATCHMAN 4000X

The reel brings in line quickly with its 8.2 out of 10 (5.3:1) rating, making it a great fit for power fishing
A bearing score of 5 out of 10 (3) gets the job done (basic but dependable) especially for beginners or casual anglers