Daiwa BG MQ 20000X vs Shimano 19 Stella 10000 PGX

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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

Shimano 19 Stella

Spinning

89.30 out of 100

Value for money3 out of 5

Quality classExcellent

Durability9.5 out of 10

Ergonomics4 out of 10

Gear ratio4.9:1

Maximum drag25kg / 55.12lbs

Weight675g / 23.81oz

Line retireve per crank102 centimeter / 40.16 inch

Ball bearings14

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €809.33
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel size10000 PG
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.41/300

Conclusion

Shimano 19 Stella 10000 PGX clearly outshines Daiwa BG MQ 20000X, offering significantly better performance in line retrieve per crank (102 centimeter / 40.16 inch) and durability (9.5 out of 10). While Daiwa BG MQ 20000X may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano 19 Stella 10000 PGX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

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

Daiwa BG MQ 20000X

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

Shimano 19 Stella 10000 PGX

The 5.67 out of 10 (4.9:1) gear ratio gives you the power you need to handle heavy lures and strong large fish out of cover
A high retrieve rate of 9.7 out of 10 (102 centimeter / 40.16 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.