Daiwa 20 Saltiga (G) 14000-PX vs Daiwa BG 3500X

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Daiwa 20 Saltiga (G)

Seafishing

85.80 out of 100

Value for money3.5 out of 5

Quality classExcellent

Durability9.5 out of 10

Ergonomics5.45 out of 10

Gear ratio4.8:1

Maximum drag25kg / 55.12lbs

Weight665g / 23.46oz

Line retireve per crank104 centimeter / 40.94 inch

Ball bearings12

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelSeafishing
Price range~ €778.33
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel size14000-P
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.4/300

Daiwa BG

Spinning

69.10 out of 100

Value for money3.5 out of 5

Quality classMedium

Durability7.77 out of 10

Ergonomics4 out of 10

Gear ratio5.7:1

Maximum drag0lbs

Weight400g / 14.11oz

Line retireve per crank97 centimeter / 38.19 inch

Ball bearings6

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €104.33
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel size3500
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.3/220

Conclusion

Daiwa 20 Saltiga (G) 14000-PX edges out Daiwa BG 3500X with slightly better overall performance, especially on the maximum drag (25kg / 55,12lbs) and the weight (665g / 23,46oz). Still, Daiwa BG 3500X holds its own with strengths like a line retrieve per crank of 97 centimeter / 38.19 inch and a ball bearings of 6, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.

What's the difference between Daiwa 20 Saltiga (G) and Daiwa BG?

Daiwa 20 Saltiga (G) 14000-PX

With a drag score of 10 out of 10 (25kg / 55,12lbs), the reel is built to handle serious pressure from large saltwater predators
Scoring 8.1 out of 10 (665g / 23,46oz), this reel is lighter than expected for a saltwater model, which helps on long sessions without extra strain

Daiwa BG 3500X

A high retrieve rate of 9.2 out of 10 (97 centimeter / 38.19 inch), means the reel is made just for speed, perfect for speed fishing or covering water quickly
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