Daiwa BG MQ 3000D-XHX vs Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A 18000 HGX

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

Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A

Seafishing

78.10 out of 100

Value for money4.5 out of 5

Quality classExcellent

Durability9.5 out of 10

Ergonomics3.4 out of 10

Gear ratio5.7:1

Maximum drag22kg / 48.5lbs

Weight915g / 32.28oz

Line retireve per crank129 centimeter / 50.79 inch

Ball bearings7

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelSeafishing
Price range~ €299.33
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel size18000 HG
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.47/310

Conclusion

Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A 18000 HGX clearly outshines Daiwa BG MQ 3000D-XHX, offering significantly better performance in durability (9.5 out of 10) and maximum drag (22kg / 48,5lbs). While Daiwa BG MQ 3000D-XHX may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A 18000 HGX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Daiwa BG MQ and Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A?

Daiwa BG MQ 3000D-XHX

With a weight score of 9.24 out of 10 (265g / 9,35oz), this reel is impressively light for saltwater and provides great comfort
A line retrieval (per crank) of 83 centimeter / 32.68 inch helps bringing in line quickly, making it great for repositioning or working topwater baits