Daiwa BG 4500X vs Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A 10000 PGX

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Daiwa BG, 4500, left and right hand, Sea Spinning Fishing Reel, Front Drag, 10460-450
Daiwa BG
Spinning
55.80 out of 100
Value for money3 out of 5
Quality classMedium
Durability7.83 out of 10
Ergonomics4 out of 10
Gear ratio5.7:1
Maximum drag0lbs
Weight625g / 22.05oz
Line retireve per crank109 centimeter / 42.91 inch
Ball bearings6

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDAIWA
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €117.33
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size4500
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.35/320
Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A, 10000 PG, left and right hand, Saltwater fishing reel, Front Drag, SRG10000SWAPG
Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A
Seafishing
76.40 out of 100
Value for money4.5 out of 5
Quality classGood
Durability8.76 out of 10
Ergonomics5.42 out of 10
Gear ratio4.9:1
Maximum drag15kg / 33.07lbs
Weight685g / 24.16oz
Line retireve per crank102 centimeter / 40.16 inch
Ball bearings6

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelSeafishing
  • Price range~ €229.33
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size10000 PG
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.47/210

Conclusion

Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A 10000 PGX clearly outshines Daiwa BG 4500X, offering significantly better performance in maximum drag (15kg / 33,07lbs) and weight (685g / 24,16oz). While Daiwa BG 4500X may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A 10000 PGX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

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

Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A 10000 PGX

  • Scoring 8 out of 10 (15kg / 33,07lbs), the reel delivers reliable, smooth resistance when targeting strong fighters like snapper or pollock
  • Scoring 8.04 out of 10 (685g / 24,16oz), this reel is lighter than expected for a saltwater model, which helps on long sessions without extra strain