Daiwa BG MQ 6000D-HX vs Penn Slammer IV 8500 HSX

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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

Penn Slammer IV

Spinning

8500 Hsx

70.80 out of 100

Value for money4.5 out of 5

Quality classExcellent

Durability5.5 out of 10

Ergonomics4 out of 10

Gear ratio5.3:1

Maximum drag22.6kg / 49,82lbs

Weight870g / 30.69oz

Line retireve per crank127 centimeter / 50 inch

Ball bearings9

Technical Specifications

BrandPENN
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €294.00
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size8500 HS
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.46/415

Conclusion

Penn Slammer IV 8500 HSX edges out Daiwa BG MQ 6000D-HX with slightly better overall performance, especially on the gear ratio (5.3:1) and the maximum drag (22,6kg / 49,82lbs). Still, Daiwa BG MQ 6000D-HX holds its own with strengths like a ball bearings of 6 and a weight of 430g / 15,17oz, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.

What's the difference between Daiwa BG MQ and Penn Slammer IV?

Daiwa BG MQ 6000D-HX

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