Shimano Spheros SW A 6000 HGX vs Daiwa TD Match 3012X
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Shimano Spheros SW A
Seafishing
49.50 out of 100
Value for money3.5 out of 5
Quality classMedium
Durability7.97 out of 10
Ergonomics5.76 out of 10
Gear ratio5.7:1
Maximum drag10kg / 22.05lbs
Weight450g / 15.87oz
Line retireve per crank103 centimeter / 40.55 inch
Ball bearings4+1
Technical Specifications
- BrandSHIMANO
- The main category of the reelSeafishing
- Price range~ €144.33
- Is saltwater resistantYes
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size6000 HG
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.33/240

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 Spheros SW A 6000 HGX, offering significantly better performance in gear ratio (4.7:1) and line retrieve per crank (79 centimeter / 31.1 inch). While Shimano Spheros SW A 6000 HGX 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 Spheros SW A and Daiwa TD Match?
Shimano Spheros SW A 6000 HGX
- At 5 out of 10 (10kg / 22,05lbs), the drag is on the lighter side—suitable for smaller saltwater species or finesse-style presentations
- Built tough for the salt, ideal for seafishing.
Daiwa TD Match 3012X
- 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
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