Daiwa BG MQ 4000D-XHX vs Daiwa 23 Saltiga 5000-HX

Daiwa BG MQ, 4000D-XH, left and right hand, Sea Fishing Spinning Reel, Front Drag, 10465-400
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 23 Saltiga, 5000-H, left and right hand, Sea Fishing Reel, Front Drag, 10310-050
Daiwa 23 Saltiga
Seafishing
85.10 out of 100
Value for money3.5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics5.88 out of 10
Gear ratio5.7:1
Maximum drag15kg / 33.07lbs
Weight365g / 12.88oz
Line retireve per crank96 centimeter / 37.8 inch
Ball bearings12

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDAIWA
  • The main category of the reelSeafishing
  • Price range~ €777.33
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size5000-H
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.4/150

Conclusion

Daiwa 23 Saltiga 5000-HX clearly outshines Daiwa BG MQ 4000D-XHX, offering significantly better performance in durability (9.5 out of 10) and total score (8.51 out of 10). While Daiwa BG MQ 4000D-XHX may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa 23 Saltiga 5000-HX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Daiwa BG MQ and Daiwa 23 Saltiga?

Daiwa BG MQ 4000D-XHX

  • Scoring 8.5 out of 10 (6), the reel runs smooth under pressure

Daiwa 23 Saltiga 5000-HX

  • Built tough for the salt, ideal for seafishing.