Daiwa BG 2000X vs Shimano Ocea Jigger 4000 HGX

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Daiwa BG, 2000, left and right hand, Sea Spinning Fishing Reel, Front Drag, 10460-200
Daiwa BG
Spinning
73.70 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classMedium
Durability7.69 out of 10
Ergonomics6.2 out of 10
Gear ratio5.6:1
Maximum drag0lbs
Weight240g / 8.47oz
Line retireve per crank75 centimeter / 29.53 inch
Ball bearings6

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDAIWA
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €87.80
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size2000
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.25/125
Shimano Ocea Jigger, 4000 HG, right hand, Jigging Saltwater Fishing Reel, Star Drag, OCEAJG4000HG
Shimano Ocea Jigger
Multireels
90.40 out of 100
Value for money4.5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics3.8 out of 10
Gear ratio5.1:1
Maximum drag18kg / 39.68lbs
Weight791g / 27.9oz
Line retireve per crank117 centimeter / 46.06 inch
Ball bearings7

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelMultireels
  • Price range~ €509.60
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size4000 HG
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeStar drag
  • Handle orientationRight
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.8/494

Conclusion

Shimano Ocea Jigger 4000 HGX edges out Daiwa BG 2000X with slightly better overall performance, especially on the maximum drag (18kg / 39,68lbs) and the durability (9.5 out of 10). Still, Daiwa BG 2000X holds its own with strengths like a weight of 240g / 8,47oz and a line retrieve per crank of 75 centimeter / 29.53 inch, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.

What's the difference between Daiwa BG and Shimano Ocea Jigger?

Daiwa BG 2000X

  • With a score like 8.4 out of 10 (240g / 8,47oz), the reel feels light in the hand.. ideal for active techniques like twitching, jigging, or topwater.
  • When it comes to retrieve speed, a score of 5.71 out of 10 (75 centimeter / 29.53 inch) means slower line pickup, great when you need more control for slower fishing styles

Shimano Ocea Jigger 4000 HGX

  • With a serious drag score of 10 out of 10 (18kg / 39,68lbs), this reel is made to stop big carp in their tracks, even in rough terrain or tight swims