Daiwa BG MQ 4000D-XHX vs Daiwa Sweepfire E 3500C - Spinning reel with front drag

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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 Sweepfire E 3500C - Spinning reel with front drag

Spinning

42.60 out of 100

Value for money3.5 out of 5

Quality classLow

Durability2.5 out of 10

Ergonomics4 out of 10

Gear ratio5.3:1

Maximum drag-

Weight370g / 13.05oz

Line retireve per crank92cm / 36.22 inch

Ball bearings1

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €17.33
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size3500
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofil0.30mm/220m

Conclusion

Daiwa BG MQ 4000D-XHX clearly outshines Daiwa Sweepfire E 3500C - Spinning reel with front drag, offering significantly better performance in ball bearings (6) and maximum drag (12kg / 26,46lbs). While Daiwa Sweepfire E 3500C - Spinning reel with front drag may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa BG MQ 4000D-XHX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Daiwa BG MQ and Daiwa Sweepfire E 3500C - Spinning reel with front drag?

Daiwa BG MQ 4000D-XHX

At 5.82 out of 10 (12kg / 26,46lbs), the drag is on the lighter side—suitable for smaller saltwater species or finesse-style presentations
With a weight score of 9.19 out of 10 (285g / 10,05oz), this reel is impressively light for saltwater and provides great comfort
Scoring 8.5 out of 10 (6), the reel runs smooth under pressure