Shimano Stradic SWB 4000XGX vs Daiwa 18 TDR Match and Feeder QD 3012X

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Shimano Stradic SWB

Seafishing

63.40 out of 100

Value for money4 out of 5

Quality classGood

Durability8.61 out of 10

Ergonomics5.97 out of 10

Gear ratio6.2:1

Maximum drag11kg / 24.25lbs

Weight300g / 10.58oz

Line retireve per crank101 centimeter / 39.76 inch

Ball bearings7

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelSeafishing
Price range~ €183.33
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel size4000XG
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.3/180

Daiwa 18 TDR Match and Feeder QD

Feeder And Match

95.00 out of 100

Value for money5 out of 5

Quality classExcellent

Durability5.5 out of 10

Ergonomics5.93 out of 10

Gear ratio4.7:1

Maximum drag12kg / 26.46lbs

Weight305g / 10.76oz

Line retireve per crank79 centimeter / 31.1 inch

Ball bearings8

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelFeeder and match
Price range~ €189.00
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 18 TDR Match and Feeder QD 3012X clearly outshines Shimano Stradic SWB 4000XGX, offering significantly better performance in line retrieve per crank (79 centimeter / 31.1 inch) and gear ratio (4.7:1). While Shimano Stradic SWB 4000XGX may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa 18 TDR Match and Feeder QD 3012X is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Shimano Stradic SWB and Daiwa 18 TDR Match and Feeder QD?

Shimano Stradic SWB 4000XGX

Built tough for the salt, ideal for seafishing.

Daiwa 18 TDR Match and Feeder QD 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