Daiwa BG MQ 8000-HX vs Shimano 19 Stella 10000 PGX
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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

Shimano 19 Stella
Spinning
89.30 out of 100
Value for money3 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics4 out of 10
Gear ratio4.9:1
Maximum drag25kg / 55.12lbs
Weight675g / 23.81oz
Line retireve per crank102 centimeter / 40.16 inch
Ball bearings14
Technical Specifications
- BrandSHIMANO
- The main category of the reelSpinning
- Price range~ €809.33
- Is saltwater resistantYes
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size10000 PG
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.41/300
Conclusion
Shimano 19 Stella 10000 PGX clearly outshines Daiwa BG MQ 8000-HX, offering significantly better performance in line retrieve per crank (102 centimeter / 40.16 inch) and durability (9.5 out of 10). While Daiwa BG MQ 8000-HX may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano 19 Stella 10000 PGX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.
What's the difference between Daiwa BG MQ and Shimano 19 Stella?
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
Shimano 19 Stella 10000 PGX
- The 5.67 out of 10 (4.9:1) gear ratio gives you the power you need to handle heavy lures and strong large fish out of cover
- A high retrieve rate of 9.7 out of 10 (102 centimeter / 40.16 inch), means the reel is made just for speed, perfect for speed fishing or covering water quickly
- Saltwater-safe design makes it perfect for spinning conditions.
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