Daiwa BG MQ 20000X vs Shimano 21 TwinPower SW C 10000 HGX

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
Shimano 21 TwinPower SW C, 10000 HG, left and right hand, Saltwater Fishing Reel, Front Drag, TPSW10000HGC
Shimano 21 TwinPower SW C
Seafishing
74.80 out of 100
Value for money4.5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics5.46 out of 10
Gear ratio5.6:1
Maximum drag25kg / 55.12lbs
Weight655g / 23.1oz
Line retireve per crank116 centimeter / 45.67 inch
Ball bearings11

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelSeafishing
  • Price range~ €429.33
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size10000 HG
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.47/210

Conclusion

Shimano 21 TwinPower SW C 10000 HGX edges out Daiwa BG MQ 20000X with slightly better overall performance, especially on the durability (9.5 out of 10) and the weight (655g / 23,1oz). Still, Daiwa BG MQ 20000X holds its own with strengths like a ball bearings of 6 and a maximum drag of 20kg / 44,09lbs, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.

What's the difference between Daiwa BG MQ and Shimano 21 TwinPower SW C?

Daiwa BG MQ 20000X

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

Shimano 21 TwinPower SW C 10000 HGX

  • Scoring 8.13 out of 10 (655g / 23,1oz), this reel is lighter than expected for a saltwater model, which helps on long sessions without extra strain
  • Built tough for the salt, ideal for seafishing.