Daiwa 17 Ballistic LT 5000D-CXHX vs Daiwa BG MQ 20000X

The selected categories are different, score metrics vary from category to another.

Daiwa 17 Ballistic LT

Spinning

95.00 out of 100

Value for money5 out of 5

Quality classExcellent

Durability9.5 out of 10

Ergonomics6.23 out of 10

Gear ratio6.2:1

Maximum drag12kg / 26.46lbs

Weight230g / 8.11oz

Line retireve per crank105 centimeter / 41.3 inch

Ball bearings6

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €209.60
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel size5000D-CXH
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofil-

Daiwa BG MQ

Seafishing

55.90 out of 100

Value for money4 out of 5

Quality classGood

Durability4.71 out of 10

Ergonomics3.4 out of 10

Gear ratio5.3:1

Maximum drag20kg / 44.09lbs

Weight860g / 30.34oz

Line retireve per crank134 centimeter / 52.76 inch

Ball bearings6

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelSeafishing
Price range~ €214.33
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size20000
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.52/300

Conclusion

Daiwa 17 Ballistic LT 5000D-CXHX clearly outshines Daiwa BG MQ 20000X, offering significantly better performance in gear ratio (6.2:1) and line retrieve per crank (105 centimeter / 41.3 inch). While Daiwa BG MQ 20000X may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa 17 Ballistic LT 5000D-CXHX 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 5000D-CXHX

A fast gear ratio of 10 out of 10 (6.2:1), means the reel is built for speed and it's perfect for active retrieves, and quick follow ups
With a score like 8.47 out of 10 (230g / 8,11oz), the reel feels light in the hand.. ideal for active techniques like twitching, jigging, or topwater.
A high retrieve rate of 10 out of 10 (105 centimeter / 41.3 inch), means the reel is made just for speed, perfect for speed fishing or covering water quickly
Saltwater-safe design makes it perfect for spinning conditions.