Daiwa BG MQ 6000D-HX vs Delphin IXTREK 5000X

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Daiwa BG MQ, 6000D-H, left and right hand, Sea Fishing Spinning Reel, Front Drag, 10465-600
Daiwa BG MQ
Seafishing
56.60 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classGood
Durability4.56 out of 10
Ergonomics5.79 out of 10
Gear ratio5.7:1
Maximum drag12kg / 26.46lbs
Weight430g / 15.17oz
Line retireve per crank101 centimeter / 39.76 inch
Ball bearings6

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDAIWA
  • The main category of the reelSeafishing
  • Price range~ €169.33
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size6000D-H
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.43/150
Delphin IXTREK, 5000, 5T, left and right hand, Spinning fishing reel, Front Drag, 101002774
Delphin IXTREK
Spinning
45.90 out of 100
Value for money2.5 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability3 out of 10
Ergonomics4 out of 10
Gear ratio5.0:1
Maximum drag-
Weight310g / 10.93oz
Line retireve per crank-
Ball bearings6+1

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDELPHIN
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €49.95
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size5000
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.22/440

Conclusion

Daiwa BG MQ 6000D-HX clearly outshines Delphin IXTREK 5000X, offering significantly better performance in maximum drag (12kg / 26,46lbs) and weight (430g / 15,17oz). While Delphin IXTREK 5000X may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa BG MQ 6000D-HX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Daiwa BG MQ and Delphin IXTREK?

Daiwa BG MQ 6000D-HX

  • 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
  • Scoring 8.77 out of 10 (430g / 15,17oz), this reel is lighter than expected for a saltwater model, which helps on long sessions without extra strain

Delphin IXTREK 5000X

  • Thanks to its 6.33 out of 10 (5.0:1) gear ratio, the reel offers a strong balance between torque and quick retrieval