Daiwa BG MQ 20000X vs Penn Battle III Long Cast 8000 LCX

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Daiwa BG MQ, 20000, left and right hand, Sea Fishing Spinning Reel, Front Drag, 10465-020
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
Penn Battle III Long Cast, 8000 LC, left and right hand, Long cast spinning fishing reel, Front Drag, BTLIII8000LC , 1519206
Penn Battle III Long Cast
Spinning
8000 Lcx
53.60 out of 100
Value for money3.5 out of 5
Quality classGood
Durability4.59 out of 10
Ergonomics4 out of 10
Gear ratio4.0:1
Maximum drag13.6kg / 29,98lbs
Weight748g / 26.39oz
Line retireve per crank94 centimeter / 37.01 inch
Ball bearings6

Technical Specifications

  • BrandPENN
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €177.40
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size8000 LC
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.35/485

Conclusion

Both Daiwa BG MQ 20000X and Penn Battle III Long Cast 8000 LCX perform at a similar level overall, so the better choice depends on what matters more to you, Daiwa BG MQ 20000X offers a maximum drag of 20kg / 44,09lbs, while Penn Battle III Long Cast 8000 LCX stands out for a line retrieve per crank of 94 centimeter / 37.01 inch. Your decision should be guided by your fishing style and target species.

What's the difference between Daiwa BG MQ and Penn Battle III Long Cast?

Penn Battle III Long Cast 8000 LCX

  • 8.9 out of 10 (94 centimeter / 37.01 inch) in line retrieve, means it picks up line fast, very handy when chasing quick fish