Daiwa BG MQ 20000X vs Shimano AERO XR 4000X

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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 AERO XR

Feeder And Match

78.30 out of 100

Value for money4.5 out of 5

Quality classGood

Durability4.5 out of 10

Ergonomics6.1 out of 10

Gear ratio4.7

Maximum drag11kg / 24.25lbs

Weight245g / 8.64oz

Line retireve per crank75 centimeter / 29.53 inch

Ball bearings5+1

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelFeeder and match
Price range~ €121.33
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size4000
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.35/130

Conclusion

Shimano AERO XR 4000X clearly outshines Daiwa BG MQ 20000X, offering significantly better performance in gear ratio (4.7) and weight (245g / 8,64oz). While Daiwa BG MQ 20000X may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano AERO XR 4000X is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Daiwa BG MQ and Shimano AERO XR?

Shimano AERO XR 4000X

The reel delivers balanced performance, suitable for most feeder and match situations without compromising too much on retrieve speed
Rated 8.6 out of 10 (245g / 8,64oz) in weight, this reel strikes a great balance between sturdiness and lightness, making it great for consistent feeder casting
With a line retrieve of 75 centimeter / 29.53 inch (5.71 out of 10), this reel retrieves slowly.. suitable for relaxed feeder fishing