Daiwa BG 4000X vs Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A 25000X

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Daiwa BG, 4000, left and right hand, Sea Spinning Fishing Reel, Front Drag, 10460-400
Daiwa BG
Spinning
69.80 out of 100
Value for money3.5 out of 5
Quality classMedium
Durability7.79 out of 10
Ergonomics4 out of 10
Gear ratio5.7:1
Maximum drag0lbs
Weight405g / 14.29oz
Line retireve per crank101 centimeter / 39.76 inch
Ball bearings6

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDAIWA
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €108.33
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size4000
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.3/270
Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A, 25000, left and right hand, Saltwater fishing reel, Front Drag, SRG25000SWA
Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A
Seafishing
87.20 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 drag20kg / 44.09lbs
Weight960g / 33.86oz
Line retireve per crank113 centimeter / 44.49 inch
Ball bearings7

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelSeafishing
  • Price range~ €319.33
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size25000
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.47/420

Conclusion

Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A 25000X edges out Daiwa BG 4000X with slightly better overall performance, especially on the maximum drag (20kg / 44,09lbs) and the total score (8.72 out of 10). Still, Daiwa BG 4000X holds its own with strengths like a line retrieve per crank of 101 centimeter / 39.76 inch and a gear ratio of 5.7:1, 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 4000X

  • A high retrieve rate of 9.6 out of 10 (101 centimeter / 39.76 inch), means the reel is made just for speed, perfect for speed fishing or covering water quickly

Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A 25000X

  • With a drag score of 10 out of 10 (20kg / 44,09lbs), the reel is built to handle serious pressure from large saltwater predators