Daiwa BG MQ 8000-HX vs Penn Slammer IV 8500 HSX

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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

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 8000-HX with slightly better overall performance, especially on the gear ratio (5.3:1) and the total score (7.08 out of 10). Still, Daiwa BG MQ 8000-HX holds its own with strengths like a ball bearings of 6 and a weight of 635g / 22,4oz, 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 8000-HX

Scoring 8.19 out of 10 (635g / 22,4oz), 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