Daiwa BG MQ 20000X vs Shimano Sedona 8000 FI

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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
Shimano Sedona 8000 FI, Spinning reel with front drag
Shimano Sedona 8000 FI
Spinning
53.90 out of 100
Value for money2.5 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability3 out of 10
Ergonomics4 out of 10
Gear ratio4.9:1
Maximum drag11kg / 24.25lbs
Weight615g / 21.69oz
Line retireve per crank94cm / 37.00 inch
Ball bearings3 S SUS + 1 Rollerbearing

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €75.33
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size8000
  • Handle typeHandle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/m: 0.37/275. 0.405/230, 0.47/160 lb/yds: 12/345, 16/250, 20/185

Conclusion

Both Daiwa BG MQ 20000X and Shimano Sedona 8000 FI perform at a similar level overall, so the better choice depends on what matters more to you, Daiwa BG MQ 20000X offers a ball bearings of 6, while Shimano Sedona 8000 FI stands out for a line retrieve per crank of 94cm / 37.00 inch. Your decision should be guided by your fishing style and target species.

What's the difference between Daiwa BG MQ and Shimano Sedona 8000 FI?

Shimano Sedona 8000 FI

  • 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
  • 8.9 out of 10 (94cm / 37.00 inch) in line retrieve, means it picks up line fast, very handy when chasing quick fish