Daiwa BG MQ 6000D-HX vs Shimano 21 Sahara FJ C3000HGFJX

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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

Shimano 21 Sahara FJ

Spinning

70.50 out of 100

Value for money3 out of 5

Quality classLow

Durability3 out of 10

Ergonomics6.2 out of 10

Gear ratio6.2:1

Maximum drag9kg / 19.84lbs

Weight240g / 8.47oz

Line retireve per crank91 centimeter / 35.83 inch

Ball bearings5

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €63.33
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel sizeC3000HGFJ
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.3/130

Conclusion

Shimano 21 Sahara FJ C3000HGFJX edges out Daiwa BG MQ 6000D-HX with slightly better overall performance, especially on the gear ratio (6.2:1) and the line retrieve per crank (91 centimeter / 35.83 inch). 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 Shimano 21 Sahara FJ?

Shimano 21 Sahara FJ C3000HGFJX

A fast gear ratio of 10 out of 10 (6.2:1), means the reel is built for speed and it's perfect for active retrieves, and quick follow ups
8.6 out of 10 (91 centimeter / 35.83 inch) in line retrieve, means it picks up line fast, very handy when chasing quick fish