Shimano Twin Power FE 4000XGFEX vs Daiwa TANACOM 1200X

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Shimano Twin Power FE, 4000XGFE, left and right hand, Stationary fishing reel, Front Drag, TP4000XGFE
Shimano Twin Power FE
Spinning
95.00 out of 100
Value for money4.5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability5.57 out of 10
Ergonomics6.13 out of 10
Gear ratio6.2:1
Maximum drag11kg / 24.25lbs
Weight260g / 9.17oz
Line retireve per crank101 centimeter / 39.76 inch
Ball bearings9+1

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €399.33
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size4000XGFE
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.35/130
Daiwa TANACOM, 1200, right hand, Multi Fishing Reel, Star Drag, 10806-125
Daiwa TANACOM
Multireels
72.40 out of 100
Value for money3.5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability5.72 out of 10
Ergonomics3.8 out of 10
Gear ratio2.1:1
Maximum drag25kg / 55.12lbs
Weight2040g / 71.96oz
Line retireve per crank59 centimeter / 23.23 inch
Ball bearings4

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDAIWA
  • The main category of the reelMultireels
  • Price range~ €603.33
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size1200
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeStar drag
  • Handle orientationRight
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.42/1000

Conclusion

Shimano Twin Power FE 4000XGFEX clearly outshines Daiwa TANACOM 1200X, offering significantly better performance in gear ratio (6.2:1) and line retrieve per crank (101 centimeter / 39.76 inch). While Daiwa TANACOM 1200X may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano Twin Power FE 4000XGFEX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Shimano Twin Power FE and Daiwa TANACOM?

Shimano Twin Power FE 4000XGFEX

  • A fast gear ratio of 10 out of 10 (6.2:1), means the reel is built for speed and it's perfect for active retrieves, and quick follow ups
  • With a score like 8.27 out of 10 (260g / 9,17oz), the reel feels light in the hand.. ideal for active techniques like twitching, jigging, or topwater.
  • A high retrieve rate of 9.6 out of 10 (101 centimeter / 39.76 inch), means the reel is made just for speed, perfect for speed fishing or covering water quickly

Daiwa TANACOM 1200X

  • With premium bearings scoring 5 out of 10 (4), this reel delivers buttery smooth operation even with load