Daiwa BG MQ 2500-HX vs Delphin BRONZ 2000X

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Daiwa BG MQ, 2500-H, left and right hand, Sea Fishing Spinning Reel, Front Drag, 10465-250
Daiwa BG MQ
Seafishing
56.60 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classMedium
Durability4 out of 10
Ergonomics6.06 out of 10
Gear ratio5.7:1
Maximum drag10kg / 22.05lbs
Weight235g / 8.29oz
Line retireve per crank80 centimeter / 31.5 inch
Ball bearings6

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDAIWA
  • The main category of the reelSeafishing
  • Price range~ €149.33
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size2500-H
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.28/150
Delphin BRONZ, 2000, 2T, left and right hand, Spinning fishing reel, Front Drag, 101003744
Delphin BRONZ
Spinning
49.50 out of 100
Value for money3.5 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability2.5 out of 10
Ergonomics6.28 out of 10
Gear ratio5.1:1
Maximum drag0lbs
Weight215g / 7.58oz
Line retireve per crank-
Ball bearings2

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDELPHIN
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €13.95
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size2000
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.18/245

Conclusion

Daiwa BG MQ 2500-HX clearly outshines Delphin BRONZ 2000X, offering significantly better performance in line retrieve per crank (80 centimeter / 31.5 inch) and maximum drag (10kg / 22,05lbs). While Delphin BRONZ 2000X may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa BG MQ 2500-HX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Daiwa BG MQ and Delphin BRONZ?

Daiwa BG MQ 2500-HX

  • At 5 out of 10 (10kg / 22,05lbs), the drag is on the lighter side—suitable for smaller saltwater species or finesse-style presentations
  • A line retrieval (per crank) of 80 centimeter / 31.5 inch helps bringing in line quickly, making it great for repositioning or working topwater baits
  • Scoring 8.5 out of 10 (6), the reel runs smooth under pressure

Delphin BRONZ 2000X

  • Thanks to its 7 out of 10 (5.1:1) gear ratio, the reel offers a strong balance between torque and quick retrieval