Abu GARCIA Zenon 2500 SX vs Daiwa BG 5000X

Abu GARCIA Zenon, 2500 S, left and right hand, Spinning Fishing Reel, Front Drag, 1547678
Abu GARCIA Zenon
Spinning
74.90 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics6.52 out of 10
Gear ratio5.2:1
Maximum drag5.2kg / 11,46lbs
Weight143g / 5.04oz
Line retireve per crank73 centimeter / 28.74 inch
Ball bearings11

Technical Specifications

  • BrandABU GARCIA
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €326.00
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size2500 S
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.17/170
Daiwa BG, 5000, left and right hand, Sea Spinning Fishing Reel, Front Drag, 10460-500
Daiwa BG
Spinning
57.10 out of 100
Value for money3 out of 5
Quality classMedium
Durability7.82 out of 10
Ergonomics4 out of 10
Gear ratio5.7:1
Maximum drag0lbs
Weight640g / 22.58oz
Line retireve per crank120 centimeter / 47.24 inch
Ball bearings6

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDAIWA
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €115.33
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size5000
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.35/430

Conclusion

Abu GARCIA Zenon 2500 SX edges out Daiwa BG 5000X with slightly better overall performance, especially on the weight (143g / 5,04oz) and the line retrieve per crank (73 centimeter / 28.74 inch). Still, Daiwa BG 5000X holds its own with strengths like a ball bearings of 6 and a gear ratio of 5.7:1, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.

What's the difference between Abu GARCIA Zenon and Daiwa BG?

Abu GARCIA Zenon 2500 SX

  • Super lightweight thanks to its score and value 9.05 out of 10 (143g / 5,04oz), great reel for finesse fishing where comfort and control matter the most
  • When it comes to retrieve speed, a score of 5.43 out of 10 (73 centimeter / 28.74 inch) means slower line pickup, great when you need more control for slower fishing styles

Daiwa BG 5000X

  • Landing a score of 8.67 out of 10 (6) in bearings, it feels smooth and controlled. Great when you're fishing actively and want consistency