Daiwa BG MQ 4000D-XHX vs Daiwa 17 Ballistic LT 4000-CX

The selected categories are different, score metrics vary from category to another.

Daiwa BG MQ

Seafishing

59.60 out of 100

Value for money3.5 out of 5

Quality classMedium

Durability4 out of 10

Ergonomics5.99 out of 10

Gear ratio6.2:1

Maximum drag12kg / 26.46lbs

Weight285g / 10.05oz

Line retireve per crank99 centimeter / 38.98 inch

Ball bearings6

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelSeafishing
Price range~ €159.33
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size4000D-XH
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.37/150

Daiwa 17 Ballistic LT

Spinning

78.90 out of 100

Value for money4 out of 5

Quality classGood

Durability4.65 out of 10

Ergonomics6.23 out of 10

Gear ratio5.2:1

Maximum drag0lbs

Weight230g / 8.11oz

Line retireve per crank82 centimeter / 32.3 inch

Ball bearings6

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €196.90
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size4000-C
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.28/150

Conclusion

Daiwa 17 Ballistic LT 4000-CX edges out Daiwa BG MQ 4000D-XHX with slightly better overall performance, especially on the gear ratio (5.2:1) and the total score (7.89 out of 10). Still, Daiwa BG MQ 4000D-XHX holds its own with strengths like a maximum drag of 12kg / 26,46lbs and a line retrieve per crank of 99 centimeter / 38.98 inch, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.