Shimano Tekota 501 HGA / Left-handedX vs Daiwa 18 TDR Match and Feeder QD 2508X
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Shimano Tekota
Multireels
66.90 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classGood
Durability8.57 out of 10
Ergonomics6.12 out of 10
Gear ratio6.3:1
Maximum drag11kg / 24.25lbs
Weight410g / 14.46oz
Line retireve per crank75 centimeter / 29.53 inch
Ball bearings4
Technical Specifications
- BrandSHIMANO
- The main category of the reelMultireels
- Price range~ €170.90
- Is saltwater resistantYes
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size501 HGA
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeStar drag
- Handle orientationLeft
- Line capacity monofillbs/yds: 12/440

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
Ergonomics6.04 out of 10
Gear ratio4.8:1
Maximum drag10kg / 22.05lbs
Weight265g / 9.35oz
Line retireve per crank72 centimeter / 28.35 inch
Ball bearings8
Technical Specifications
- BrandDAIWA
- The main category of the reelFeeder and match
- Price range~ €187.00
- Is saltwater resistantNo
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size2508
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.23/150
Conclusion
Daiwa 18 TDR Match and Feeder QD 2508X clearly outshines Shimano Tekota 501 HGA / Left-handedX, offering significantly better performance in gear ratio (4.8:1) and ball bearings (8). While Shimano Tekota 501 HGA / Left-handedX may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa 18 TDR Match and Feeder QD 2508X is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.
What's the difference between Shimano Tekota and Daiwa 18 TDR Match and Feeder QD?
Shimano Tekota 501 HGA / Left-handedX
- Ready for saltwater, great for any multireels adventure.
Daiwa 18 TDR Match and Feeder QD 2508X
- The reel delivers balanced performance, suitable for most feeder and match situations without compromising too much on retrieve speed
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