Daiwa BG MQ 8000-HX vs Shimano Twin Power FD 1000X

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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 Twin Power FD

Spinning

76.90 out of 100

Value for money4 out of 5

Quality classExcellent

Durability5.55 out of 10

Ergonomics6.37 out of 10

Gear ratio5.1:1

Maximum drag3kg / 6.61lbs

Weight190g / 6.7oz

Line retireve per crank64 centimeter / 25.2 inch

Ball bearings10

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €365.60
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size1000
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.18/170

Conclusion

Shimano Twin Power FD 1000X edges out Daiwa BG MQ 8000-HX with slightly better overall performance, especially on the gear ratio (5.1:1) and the total score (7.69 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.