Daiwa BG MQ 10000-HX vs Shimano 19 Stella 20000 PGX

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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
Shimano 19 Stella, 20000 PG, SWC, left and right hand, Saltwater fishing reel, Front Drag, STLSW20000PGC
Shimano 19 Stella
Spinning
71.60 out of 100
Value for money2.5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics4 out of 10
Gear ratio4.4:1
Maximum drag25kg / 55.12lbs
Weight675g / 23.81oz
Line retireve per crank104 centimeter / 40.94 inch
Ball bearings13

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €895.33
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size20000 PG
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.52/350

Conclusion

Shimano 19 Stella 20000 PGX edges out Daiwa BG MQ 10000-HX with slightly better overall performance, especially on the line retrieve per crank (104 centimeter / 40.94 inch) and the durability (9.5 out of 10). Still, Daiwa BG MQ 10000-HX holds its own with strengths like a ball bearings of 6 and a weight of 640g / 22,58oz, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.

What's the difference between Daiwa BG MQ and Shimano 19 Stella?

Daiwa BG MQ 10000-HX

  • Scoring 8.17 out of 10 (640g / 22,58oz), this reel is lighter than expected for a saltwater model, which helps on long sessions without extra strain
  • Scoring 8.5 out of 10 (6), the reel runs smooth under pressure

Shimano 19 Stella 20000 PGX

  • A high retrieve rate of 9.9 out of 10 (104 centimeter / 40.94 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.