Daiwa BG MQ 8000-HX vs Daiwa 23 Saltiga 6000-HX

Daiwa BG MQ, 8000-H, left and right hand, Sea Fishing Spinning Reel, Front Drag, 10465-080
Daiwa BG MQ
Seafishing
59.60 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classGood
Durability4.63 out of 10
Ergonomics5.49 out of 10
Gear ratio5.7:1
Maximum drag15kg / 33.07lbs
Weight635g / 22.4oz
Line retireve per crank110 centimeter / 43.31 inch
Ball bearings6

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDAIWA
  • The main category of the reelSeafishing
  • Price range~ €189.33
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size8000-H
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.33/300
Daiwa 23 Saltiga, 6000-H, left and right hand, Sea Fishing Reel, Front Drag, 10310-060
Daiwa 23 Saltiga
Seafishing
72.40 out of 100
Value for money3.5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics5.83 out of 10
Gear ratio5.7:1
Maximum drag15kg / 33.07lbs
Weight400g / 14.11oz
Line retireve per crank101 centimeter / 39.76 inch
Ball bearings12

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDAIWA
  • The main category of the reelSeafishing
  • Price range~ €777.77
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size6000-H
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.43/150

Conclusion

Daiwa 23 Saltiga 6000-HX edges out Daiwa BG MQ 8000-HX with slightly better overall performance, especially on the durability (9.5 out of 10) and the total score (7.24 out of 10). Still, Daiwa BG MQ 8000-HX holds its own with strengths like a ball bearings of 6 and a maximum drag of 15kg / 33,07lbs, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.

What's the difference between Daiwa BG MQ and Daiwa 23 Saltiga?

Daiwa BG MQ 8000-HX

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

Daiwa 23 Saltiga 6000-HX

  • Built tough for the salt, ideal for seafishing.