Daiwa BG MQ 3000D-XHX vs Daiwa 21 Luvias Airity 4000-CX

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Daiwa BG MQ, 3000D-XH, left and right hand, Sea Fishing Spinning Reel, Front Drag, 10465-300
Daiwa BG MQ
Seafishing
56.90 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classMedium
Durability4 out of 10
Ergonomics6.02 out of 10
Gear ratio6.2:1
Maximum drag10kg / 22.05lbs
Weight265g / 9.35oz
Line retireve per crank83 centimeter / 32.68 inch
Ball bearings6

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDAIWA
  • The main category of the reelSeafishing
  • Price range~ €149.33
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size3000D-XH
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.33/150
Daiwa 21 Luvias Airity, 4000-C, LT, left and right hand, Spinning fishing reel, Front Drag, 10010-400
Daiwa 21 Luvias Airity
Spinning
84.90 out of 100
Value for money3.5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability5.63 out of 10
Ergonomics6.33 out of 10
Gear ratio5.2:1
Maximum drag-
Weight200g / 7.05oz
Line retireve per crank82 centimeter / 32.28 inch
Ball bearings11

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDAIWA
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €484.00
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size4000-C
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.18/200

Conclusion

Daiwa 21 Luvias Airity 4000-CX clearly outshines Daiwa BG MQ 3000D-XHX, offering significantly better performance in gear ratio (5.2:1) and total score (8.49 out of 10). While Daiwa BG MQ 3000D-XHX may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa 21 Luvias Airity 4000-CX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Daiwa BG MQ and Daiwa 21 Luvias Airity?

Daiwa BG MQ 3000D-XHX

  • At 5 out of 10 (10kg / 22,05lbs), the drag is on the lighter side—suitable for smaller saltwater species or finesse-style presentations
  • Scoring 8.5 out of 10 (6), the reel runs smooth under pressure

Daiwa 21 Luvias Airity 4000-CX

  • The reel brings in line quickly with its 8 out of 10 (5.2:1) rating, making it a great fit for power fishing