Daiwa BG MQ 2500-HX vs Shimano 21 TwinPower SW C 6000 HGX

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
Shimano 21 TwinPower SW C, 6000 HG, left and right hand, Saltwater Fishing Reel, Front Drag, TPSW6000HGC
Shimano 21 TwinPower SW C
Seafishing
69.20 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics5.79 out of 10
Gear ratio5.7:1
Maximum drag13kg / 28.66lbs
Weight425g / 14.99oz
Line retireve per crank103 centimeter / 40.55 inch
Ball bearings11

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelSeafishing
  • Price range~ €435.33
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size6000 HG
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.37/190

Conclusion

Shimano 21 TwinPower SW C 6000 HGX edges out Daiwa BG MQ 2500-HX with slightly better overall performance, especially on the durability (9.5 out of 10) and the total score (6.92 out of 10). Still, Daiwa BG MQ 2500-HX holds its own with strengths like a line retrieve per crank of 80 centimeter / 31.5 inch and a ball bearings of 6, 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 2500-HX

  • 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

Shimano 21 TwinPower SW C 6000 HGX

  • Built tough for the salt, ideal for seafishing.
Daiwa BG MQ 2500-HX vs Shimano 21 TwinPower SW C 6000 HGX - Fishingbenchmark