Daiwa BG 2500X vs Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A 20000 PGX

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

Daiwa BG, 2500, left and right hand, Sea Spinning Fishing Reel, Front Drag, 10460-250
Daiwa BG
Spinning
75.50 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classMedium
Durability7.74 out of 10
Ergonomics6.12 out of 10
Gear ratio5.6:1
Maximum drag0lbs
Weight265g / 9.35oz
Line retireve per crank84 centimeter / 33.07 inch
Ball bearings6

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDAIWA
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €98.33
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size2500
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.25/190
Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A, 20000 PG, left and right hand, Saltwater fishing reel, Front Drag, SRG20000SWAPG
Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A
Seafishing
86.40 out of 100
Value for money4.5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics3.4 out of 10
Gear ratio4.4:1
Maximum drag22kg / 48.5lbs
Weight935g / 32.98oz
Line retireve per crank104 centimeter / 40.94 inch
Ball bearings7

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelSeafishing
  • Price range~ €299.33
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size20000 PG
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.47/350

Conclusion

Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A 20000 PGX edges out Daiwa BG 2500X with slightly better overall performance, especially on the maximum drag (22kg / 48,5lbs) and the durability (9.5 out of 10). Still, Daiwa BG 2500X holds its own with strengths like a line retrieve per crank of 84 centimeter / 33.07 inch and a weight of 265g / 9,35oz, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.

What's the difference between Daiwa BG and Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A?

Daiwa BG 2500X

  • With a score like 8.23 out of 10 (265g / 9,35oz), the reel feels light in the hand.. ideal for active techniques like twitching, jigging, or topwater.
  • 7 out of 10 (84 centimeter / 33.07 inch) in line retrieve, means the reel delivers a steady and reliable retrieve which is ideal for most everyday techniques

Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A 20000 PGX

  • With a drag score of 10 out of 10 (22kg / 48,5lbs), the reel is built to handle serious pressure from large saltwater predators