Daiwa BG 3500X vs Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A 14000 XGX

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Daiwa BG, 3500, left and right hand, Sea Spinning Fishing Reel, Front Drag, 10460-350
Daiwa BG
Spinning
69.10 out of 100
Value for money3.5 out of 5
Quality classMedium
Durability7.77 out of 10
Ergonomics4 out of 10
Gear ratio5.7:1
Maximum drag0lbs
Weight400g / 14.11oz
Line retireve per crank97 centimeter / 38.19 inch
Ball bearings6

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDAIWA
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €104.33
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size3500
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.3/220
Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A, 14000 XG, left and right hand, Saltwater fishing reel, Front Drag, SRG14000SWAXG
Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A
Seafishing
58.80 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classGood
Durability8.78 out of 10
Ergonomics3.4 out of 10
Gear ratio6.2:1
Maximum drag15kg / 33.07lbs
Weight710g / 25.04oz
Line retireve per crank134 centimeter / 52.76 inch
Ball bearings6

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelSeafishing
  • Price range~ €234.33
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size14000 XG
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.47/240

Conclusion

Daiwa BG 3500X edges out Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A 14000 XGX with slightly better overall performance, especially on the gear ratio (5.7:1) and the line retrieve per crank (97 centimeter / 38.19 inch). Still, Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A 14000 XGX holds its own with strengths like a maximum drag of 15kg / 33,07lbs and a durability of 8.78 out of 10, 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 3500X

  • A fast gear ratio of 9 out of 10 (5.7:1), means the reel is built for speed and it's perfect for active retrieves, and quick follow ups
  • A high retrieve rate of 9.2 out of 10 (97 centimeter / 38.19 inch), means the reel is made just for speed, perfect for speed fishing or covering water quickly

Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A 14000 XGX

  • Scoring 8 out of 10 (15kg / 33,07lbs), the reel delivers reliable, smooth resistance when targeting strong fighters like snapper or pollock