Daiwa BG MQ 3000D-XHX vs Daiwa Sweepfire E 5000C - Spinning reel with front drag

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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 Sweepfire E 5000C - Spinning reel with front drag

Spinning

18.40 out of 100

Value for money3 out of 5

Quality classLow

Durability2.59 out of 10

Ergonomics4 out of 10

Gear ratio4.6:1

Maximum drag-

Weight630g / 22.22oz

Line retireve per crank99cm / 38.98 inch

Ball bearings1

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €25.33
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size5000
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofil0.35mm/370m

Conclusion

Daiwa BG MQ 3000D-XHX clearly outshines Daiwa Sweepfire E 5000C - Spinning reel with front drag, offering significantly better performance in ball bearings (6) and weight (265g / 9,35oz). While Daiwa Sweepfire E 5000C - Spinning reel with front drag may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa BG MQ 3000D-XHX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Daiwa BG MQ and Daiwa Sweepfire E 5000C - Spinning reel with front drag?

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
With a weight score of 9.24 out of 10 (265g / 9,35oz), this reel is impressively light for saltwater and provides great comfort
Scoring 8.5 out of 10 (6), the reel runs smooth under pressure