Daiwa BG MQ 8000-HX vs Shimano Twin Power FE 3000XGFEX

The selected categories are different, score metrics vary from category to another.

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 FE

Spinning

76.40 out of 100

Value for money4 out of 5

Quality classExcellent

Durability5.56 out of 10

Ergonomics6.28 out of 10

Gear ratio6.4:1

Maximum drag9kg / 19.84lbs

Weight215g / 7.58oz

Line retireve per crank94 centimeter / 37.01 inch

Ball bearings9+1

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €389.33
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size3000XGFE
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.3/130

Conclusion

Shimano Twin Power FE 3000XGFEX edges out Daiwa BG MQ 8000-HX with slightly better overall performance, especially on the line retrieve per crank (94 centimeter / 37.01 inch) and the total score (7.64 out of 10). Still, Daiwa BG MQ 8000-HX holds its own with strengths like a ball bearings of 6, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.