Shimano Sedona 500 FI vs Daiwa TD Match 3012X

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Shimano Sedona 500 FI, Spinning reel with front drag
Shimano Sedona 500 FI
Spinning
54.70 out of 100
Value for money3 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability3 out of 10
Ergonomics6.4 out of 10
Gear ratio5.6:1
Maximum drag3kg / 7 lbs
Weight180g / 6.3oz
Line retireve per crank69cm / 27 inch
Ball bearings3 S SUS + 1 Rollerbearing

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €52.80
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size500
  • Handle typeHandle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/m: 0.20/110 lb/yds: 2/190. 4/100, 6/60
Daiwa TD Match, 3012, left and right hand, Spinning fishing reel, front drag, 10420-312
Daiwa TD Match
Feeder And Match
71.20 out of 100
Value for money4.5 out of 5
Quality classGood
Durability4.51 out of 10
Ergonomics5.93 out of 10
Gear ratio4.7:1
Maximum drag-
Weight305g / 10.76oz
Line retireve per crank79 centimeter / 31.1 inch
Ball bearings4

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDAIWA
  • The main category of the reelFeeder and match
  • Price range~ €153.33
  • 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 TD Match 3012X edges out Shimano Sedona 500 FI with slightly better overall performance, especially on the line retrieve per crank (79 centimeter / 31.1 inch) and the total score (7.12 out of 10). Still, Shimano Sedona 500 FI holds its own with strengths like a maximum drag of 3kg / 7 lbs and a gear ratio of 5.6:1, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.

What's the difference between Shimano Sedona 500 FI and Daiwa TD Match?

Shimano Sedona 500 FI

  • Designed with a light drag at 5 out of 10 (3kg / 7 lbs), the reel is perfect when you're going after small fish or using ultralight setups

Daiwa TD Match 3012X

  • This reel provides steady retrieval 79 centimeter / 31.1 inch (6.29 out of 10), good enough for most feeder and match scenarios