Shimano Spheros SW A 8000 HGX vs Daiwa 20 TOURNAMENT QD 3010 / Double crankX

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Shimano Spheros SW A, 8000 HG, left and right hand, Saltwater Spinning Fishing Reel, Front Drag, SPSW8000HGA
Shimano Spheros SW A
Seafishing
50.40 out of 100
Value for money3.5 out of 5
Quality classMedium
Durability7.97 out of 10
Ergonomics5.45 out of 10
Gear ratio5.6:1
Maximum drag13kg / 28.66lbs
Weight665g / 23.46oz
Line retireve per crank107 centimeter / 42.13 inch
Ball bearings4+1

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelSeafishing
  • Price range~ €144.33
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size8000 HG
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.37/275
Daiwa 20 TOURNAMENT QD, 3010, left and right hand, Match & Feeder Fishing Reel, Front Drag, 10406-310
Daiwa 20 TOURNAMENT QD
Feeder And Match
90.30 out of 100
Value for money5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics5.94 out of 10
Gear ratio4.7:1
Maximum drag12kg / 26.46lbs
Weight300g / 10.58oz
Line retireve per crank79 centimeter / 31.1 inch
Ball bearings10

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDAIWA
  • The main category of the reelFeeder and match
  • Price range~ €292.33
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size3010
  • Handle typeDouble handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.26/150

Conclusion

Daiwa 20 TOURNAMENT QD 3010 / Double crankX clearly outshines Shimano Spheros SW A 8000 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 8000 HGX may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa 20 TOURNAMENT QD 3010 / Double crankX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Shimano Spheros SW A and Daiwa 20 TOURNAMENT QD?

Shimano Spheros SW A 8000 HGX

  • Scoring 8 out of 10 (4+1), the reel runs smooth under pressure

Daiwa 20 TOURNAMENT QD 3010 / Double crankX

  • 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