Daiwa BG MQ 10000-HX vs Shimano 21 Nexave FI 1000X

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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 21 Nexave FI , 1000, left and right hand, Spinning Fishing Reel, Front Drag, NEX1000FI
Shimano 21 Nexave FI
Spinning
50.20 out of 100
Value for money3 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability2.82 out of 10
Ergonomics6.27 out of 10
Gear ratio5.0:1
Maximum drag-
Weight220g / 7.76oz
Line retireve per crank66 centimeter / 25.98 inch
Ball bearings4

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €39.33
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size1000
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.2/140

Conclusion

Daiwa BG MQ 10000-HX edges out Shimano 21 Nexave FI 1000X with slightly better overall performance, especially on the maximum drag (15kg / 33,07lbs) and the ball bearings (6). Still, Shimano 21 Nexave FI 1000X holds its own with strengths like a gear ratio of 5.0:1 and a ergonomics of 6.27 out of 10, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.

What's the difference between Daiwa BG MQ and Shimano 21 Nexave FI?

Daiwa BG MQ 10000-HX

  • Scoring 8 out of 10 (15kg / 33,07lbs), the reel delivers reliable, smooth resistance when targeting strong fighters like snapper or pollock

Shimano 21 Nexave FI 1000X

  • Thanks to its 6.33 out of 10 (5.0:1) gear ratio, the reel offers a strong balance between torque and quick retrieval