Daiwa 23 LEGALIS LT 3000-CXH(U)X vs Daiwa BG MQ 8000-HX

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

Daiwa 23 LEGALIS LT

Spinning

71.90 out of 100

Value for money3 out of 5

Quality classLow

Durability3 out of 10

Ergonomics6.32 out of 10

Gear ratio6.2:1

Maximum drag10kg / 22.05lbs

Weight205g / 7.23oz

Line retireve per crank93 centimeter / 36.61 inch

Ball bearings5

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €70.33
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size3000-CXH(U)
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.23/150

Daiwa BG MQ

Seafishing

59.60 out of 100

Value for money4 out of 5

Quality classGood

Durability4.63 out of 10

Ergonomics5.49 out of 10

Gear ratio5.7:1

Maximum drag15kg / 33.07lbs

Weight635g / 22.4oz

Line retireve per crank110 centimeter / 43.31 inch

Ball bearings6

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelSeafishing
Price range~ €189.33
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size8000-H
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.33/300

Conclusion

Daiwa 23 LEGALIS LT 3000-CXH(U)X edges out Daiwa BG MQ 8000-HX with slightly better overall performance, especially on the gear ratio (6.2:1) and the line retrieve per crank (93 centimeter / 36.61 inch). Still, Daiwa BG MQ 8000-HX holds its own with strengths like a ball bearings of 6, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.

What's the difference between Daiwa 23 LEGALIS LT and Daiwa BG MQ?

Daiwa 23 LEGALIS LT 3000-CXH(U)X

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
8.8 out of 10 (93 centimeter / 36.61 inch) in line retrieve, means it picks up line fast, very handy when chasing quick fish