Daiwa BG MQ 20000X vs Daiwa 21 Certate SW (G) 5000-HX

Daiwa BG MQ

Seafishing

55.90 out of 100

Value for money4 out of 5

Quality classGood

Durability4.71 out of 10

Ergonomics3.4 out of 10

Gear ratio5.3:1

Maximum drag20kg / 44.09lbs

Weight860g / 30.34oz

Line retireve per crank134 centimeter / 52.76 inch

Ball bearings6

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelSeafishing
Price range~ €214.33
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size20000
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.52/300

Daiwa 21 Certate SW (G)

Seafishing

84.10 out of 100

Value for money4.5 out of 5

Quality classExcellent

Durability9.5 out of 10

Ergonomics5.85 out of 10

Gear ratio5.7:1

Maximum drag15kg / 33.07lbs

Weight385g / 13.58oz

Line retireve per crank96 centimeter / 37.8 inch

Ball bearings10

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelSeafishing
Price range~ €499.00
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel size5000-H
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.4/150

Conclusion

Daiwa 21 Certate SW (G) 5000-HX clearly outshines Daiwa BG MQ 20000X, offering significantly better performance in line retrieve per crank (96 centimeter / 37.8 inch) and weight (385g / 13,58oz). While Daiwa BG MQ 20000X may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa 21 Certate SW (G) 5000-HX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Daiwa BG MQ and Daiwa 21 Certate SW (G)?

Daiwa BG MQ 20000X

Scoring 8.5 out of 10 (6), the reel runs smooth under pressure

Daiwa 21 Certate SW (G) 5000-HX

Scoring 8.9 out of 10 (385g / 13,58oz), this reel is lighter than expected for a saltwater model, which helps on long sessions without extra strain
With a fast retrieve 96 centimeter / 37.8 inch, the reel helps you stay on top of fast runs and cover water efficiently
Built tough for the salt, ideal for seafishing.