Trying to decide between the Daiwa Tatula 150 and 200. What are the main differences between the two...? They look like 'exact' copies of each other. The only differences I can find is the larger line capacity on the 200 and Magforce Z on the 150 vs regular Magforce on the 200. Looking to get a dedicated reel for large swimbaits, topwaters and wakebaits/rats. The baits I plan on throwing with this reel will probably be around 1oz and heavier.

 

Is there any benefits to having Magforce Z when throwing baits over 1oz...? Is Magforce Z only beneficial for a specified weight range...? 

 

I am in a tight pickle since I really want both. I like the 150 since it has Magforce Z and could afford me some more 'versatility' and therefore being able to fish a wider range of baits and weights. On the other hand, I am also trying to stay away from using braid to a leader and only sticking to using mono or fluoro. Therefore the larger line capacity of the 200 would come in handy when using larger lines like 20-25lb and not having to worry about spooling the whole reel and having decreased IPT at the end of a really long cast.

 

Totally slipped my mind but does anyone know if the spools are interchangeable between the 2...? If so, I could just buy a 200 spool for the 150 right...? But does this mean I won't have Magforce Z anymore and therefore I would just be back to having a 200 with regular magforce...? In other words...The Magforce Z is built into the 150's spool right...? 

 

 

 

 

When you say Large Swimbaits, what weight are you talking about..?

29 minutes ago, Hammer 4 said:

When you say Large Swimbaits, what weight are you talking about..?

For this setup...I am planning on sticking to throwing 1-3oz swimbaits, topwaters and rats/wakebaits. I know that for anything over 3oz...I would probably have to upgrade to a 300-400 sized reel. 

2 minutes ago, ITO_ZILLION said:

For this setup...I am planning on sticking to throwing 1-3oz swimbaits, topwaters and rats/wakebaits. I know that for anything over 3oz...I would probably have to upgrade to a 300-400 sized reel. 

 

You  got that correct. I use the 100, 150 and 200 Tatula's. I use the 200 for glides and swimabits in the under 3 oz range, I see no advantage to use a 150, or swap spools on the 200. OTH, you can use the 200 for other baits if you wanted to, so having said that, I think the 200 is your best bet. 

I did polish the the ends of the spool shaft on mine, makes for easier casting and a bit more distance. Oh, I'm using 19 lb mono on my 200.

I was in the same situation not to long ago and went with the 200 first.  I ended up buying the 150 as well but in your situation I agree with Hammer and would go with the 200.

 

Here is my thread with more advice/recommendations.

 

 

I have a 150 and would be okay fishing those baits in a pinch, but I'd go with the 200 for a regular use reel.

I also had the same question and decided on the 200, just based on what I could pick up from YouTube, item descriptions and comparisons, and the rod it's going on (Falcon Amistad 7.3.)  I was looking for a little confirmation about the choice and pairing. Seems about right(?)       

Daiwa Coastal 200 HD.  

1 minute ago, Columbia Craw said:

Daiwa Coastal 200 HD.  

A blue tatula 200?  But yes tatula 200 is the one out of the two to get if throwing 1oz and over.  They are good for big baits especially glide baits that casts very poorly. The freer casting 150 spool isn't going to be a benefit casting here.  150 for heavier but compact good casting baits with braid and the 200 for less then stellar casting big baits and stiff plastic line.  The 150 is what I frog with and my 200 is what I throw 2oz baits on big game line.