Daiwa BG MQ 8000-HX vs Shimano 21 TwinPower SW 6000X

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 21 TwinPower SW

Seafishing

88.20 out of 100

Value for money4.5 out of 5

Quality classExcellent

Durability9.5 out of 10

Ergonomics5.79 out of 10

Gear ratio4:6:1

Maximum drag13kg / 28.66lbs

Weight425g / 14.99oz

Line retireve per crank83 centimeter / 32.68 inch

Ball bearings11

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelSeafishing
Price range~ €435.33
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel size6000
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 190/0.19

Conclusion

Shimano 21 TwinPower SW 6000X clearly outshines Daiwa BG MQ 8000-HX, offering significantly better performance in line retrieve per crank (83 centimeter / 32.68 inch) and gear ratio (4:6:1). While Daiwa BG MQ 8000-HX may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano 21 TwinPower SW 6000X is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Daiwa BG MQ and Shimano 21 TwinPower SW?

Daiwa BG MQ 8000-HX

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

Shimano 21 TwinPower SW 6000X

A score of 6.67 out of 10 (4:6:1) gives you dependable cranking power with enough pace for most saltwater situations
A line retrieval (per crank) of 83 centimeter / 32.68 inch helps bringing in line quickly, making it great for repositioning or working topwater baits
Built tough for the salt, ideal for seafishing.