Daiwa 17 Ballistic LT 2000DX vs Daiwa BG MQ 2500-HX

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Daiwa 17 Ballistic LT

Spinning

81.00 out of 100

Value for money4 out of 5

Quality classGood

Durability8.6 out of 10

Ergonomics6.45 out of 10

Gear ratio5.2:1

Maximum drag5kg / 11.02lbs

Weight165g / 5.82oz

Line retireve per crank68 centimeter / 26.77 inch

Ball bearings6

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €181.70
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel size2000D
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofil-

Daiwa BG MQ

Seafishing

56.60 out of 100

Value for money4 out of 5

Quality classMedium

Durability4 out of 10

Ergonomics6.06 out of 10

Gear ratio5.7:1

Maximum drag10kg / 22.05lbs

Weight235g / 8.29oz

Line retireve per crank80 centimeter / 31.5 inch

Ball bearings6

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelSeafishing
Price range~ €149.33
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size2500-H
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.28/150

Conclusion

Daiwa 17 Ballistic LT 2000DX clearly outshines Daiwa BG MQ 2500-HX, offering significantly better performance in gear ratio (5.2:1) and durability (8.6 out of 10). While Daiwa BG MQ 2500-HX may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa 17 Ballistic LT 2000DX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Daiwa 17 Ballistic LT and Daiwa BG MQ?

Daiwa 17 Ballistic LT 2000DX

The reel brings in line quickly with its 8 out of 10 (5.2:1) rating, making it a great fit for power fishing
Saltwater-safe design makes it perfect for spinning conditions.