Daiwa 21 Ballistic MQ LT 3000DX vs Daiwa BG MQ 10000-HX

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Daiwa 21 Ballistic MQ LT, 3000D, left and right hand, Spinning Fishing Reel, Front Drag, 10480-300
Daiwa 21 Ballistic MQ LT
Spinning
95.00 out of 100
Value for money5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability5.5 out of 10
Ergonomics6.28 out of 10
Gear ratio5.2:1
Maximum drag10kg / 22.05lbs
Weight215g / 7.58oz
Line retireve per crank77 centimeter / 30.31 inch
Ball bearings8

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDAIWA
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €212.60
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size3000D
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.33/150
Daiwa BG MQ, 10000-H, left and right hand, Sea Fishing Spinning Reel, Front Drag, 10465-100
Daiwa BG MQ
Seafishing
60.30 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classGood
Durability4.66 out of 10
Ergonomics5.49 out of 10
Gear ratio5.7:1
Maximum drag15kg / 33.07lbs
Weight640g / 22.58oz
Line retireve per crank117 centimeter / 46.06 inch
Ball bearings6

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDAIWA
  • The main category of the reelSeafishing
  • Price range~ €199.33
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size10000-H
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.37/300

Conclusion

Daiwa 21 Ballistic MQ LT 3000DX clearly outshines Daiwa BG MQ 10000-HX, offering significantly better performance in gear ratio (5.2:1) and line retrieve per crank (77 centimeter / 30.31 inch). While Daiwa BG MQ 10000-HX may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa 21 Ballistic MQ LT 3000DX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Daiwa 21 Ballistic MQ LT and Daiwa BG MQ?

Daiwa 21 Ballistic MQ LT 3000DX

  • The reel brings in line quickly with its 8 out of 10 (5.2:1) rating, making it a great fit for power fishing
  • 6 out of 10 (77 centimeter / 30.31 inch) in line retrieve, means the reel delivers a steady and reliable retrieve which is ideal for most everyday techniques