Shimano Twin Power XD A C 3000 HGX vs Daiwa Sealine Ishidai H

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Shimano Twin Power XD A, C 3000 HG, left and right hand, Spinning Saltwater Fishing Reel, Front Drag, TPXDC3000HGFA
Shimano Twin Power XD A
Spinning
95.00 out of 100
Value for money4.5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics6.33 out of 10
Gear ratio6.0:1
Maximum drag9kg / 19.84lbs
Weight200g / 7.05oz
Line retireve per crank89 centimeter / 35.04 inch
Ball bearings11

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €359.33
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel sizeC 3000 HG
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.25/210
Daiwa Sealine Ishidai H, 40H, right hand, Line Counter Multiplier fishing reel, Star Drag, 10804-640
Daiwa Sealine Ishidai H
Multireels
78.30 out of 100
Value for money4.5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics5.83 out of 10
Gear ratio6.4:1
Maximum drag-
Weight585 g
Line retireve per crank120 cm / 27.24 inch
Ball bearings7

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDAIWA
  • The main category of the reelMultireels
  • Price range~ €369.33
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size40H
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeStar drag
  • Handle orientationRight
  • Line capacity monofil360m/0.30mm

Conclusion

Shimano Twin Power XD A C 3000 HGX edges out Daiwa Sealine Ishidai H with slightly better overall performance, especially on the maximum drag (9kg / 19,84lbs) and the gear ratio (6.0:1). Still, Daiwa Sealine Ishidai H holds its own with strengths like a ball bearings of 7 and a durability of 9.5 out of 10, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.

What's the difference between Shimano Twin Power XD A and Daiwa Sealine Ishidai H?

Shimano Twin Power XD A C 3000 HGX

  • A fast gear ratio of 9.6 out of 10 (6.0:1), means the reel is built for speed and it's perfect for active retrieves, and quick follow ups
  • With a great drag score 9.2 out of 10 (9kg / 19,84lbs), the reel is built to handle big fish confidently.. whatever the setting, freshwater or inshore salt
  • 8.4 out of 10 (89 centimeter / 35.04 inch) in line retrieve, means it picks up line fast, very handy when chasing quick fish

Daiwa Sealine Ishidai H

  • Scoring 8.5 out of 10 (7), this reel feels solid and smooth at the same time