Daiwa BG MQ 4000D-XHX vs Shimano Vanford FA C2500SAX

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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
Shimano Vanford FA, C2500SA, left and right hand, Spinning fishing reel, Front Drag, VFC2500SA
Shimano Vanford FA
Spinning
74.90 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classGood
Durability4.61 out of 10
Ergonomics6.48 out of 10
Gear ratio5.1:1
Maximum drag3kg / 6.61lbs
Weight155g / 5.47oz
Line retireve per crank70 centimeter / 27.56 inch
Ball bearings8

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €184.33
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel sizeC2500SA
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.18/120

Conclusion

Shimano Vanford FA C2500SAX edges out Daiwa BG MQ 4000D-XHX with slightly better overall performance, especially on the gear ratio (5.1:1) and the total score (7.49 out of 10). Still, Daiwa BG MQ 4000D-XHX holds its own with strengths like a line retrieve per crank of 99 centimeter / 38.98 inch and a maximum drag of 12kg / 26,46lbs, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.

What's the difference between Daiwa BG MQ and Shimano Vanford FA?

Shimano Vanford FA C2500SAX

  • Thanks to its 7 out of 10 (5.1:1) gear ratio, the reel offers a strong balance between torque and quick retrieval