Shimano Tekota 600 HGA / Right handX vs Daiwa 18 TDR Match and Feeder QD 3012X

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Shimano Tekota, 600 HGA, right hand, Trolling fishing reel, Star Drag, Multiplier reel, TEK600HGA
Shimano Tekota
Multireels
66.80 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classGood
Durability8.59 out of 10
Ergonomics6.08 out of 10
Gear ratio6.3:1
Maximum drag11kg / 24.25lbs
Weight430g / 15.17oz
Line retireve per crank75 centimeter / 29.53 inch
Ball bearings4

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelMultireels
  • Price range~ €177.60
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size600 HGA
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeStar drag
  • Handle orientationRight
  • Line capacity monofillbs/yds: 16/390
Daiwa 18 TDR Match and Feeder QD, 3012, left and right hand, Match and Feeder Fishing Reel, Front Drag, 10215-312
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 Tekota 600 HGA / Right handX, offering significantly better performance in gear ratio (4.7:1) and ball bearings (8). While Shimano Tekota 600 HGA / Right handX 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 Tekota and Daiwa 18 TDR Match and Feeder QD?

Shimano Tekota 600 HGA / Right handX

  • Ready for saltwater, great for any multireels adventure.

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