Daiwa BG 5000X vs Shimano TLD II A 50 IIX

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

Daiwa BG

Spinning

57.10 out of 100

Value for money3 out of 5

Quality classMedium

Durability7.82 out of 10

Ergonomics4 out of 10

Gear ratio5.7:1

Maximum drag0lbs

Weight640g / 22.58oz

Line retireve per crank120 centimeter / 47.24 inch

Ball bearings6

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €115.33
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel size5000
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.35/430

Shimano TLD II A

Multireels

88.50 out of 100

Value for money4.5 out of 5

Quality classExcellent

Durability9.5 out of 10

Ergonomics3.4 out of 10

Gear ratio3.5:1 / 1.4:1

Maximum drag37kg / 81.57lbs

Weight1625g / 57.32oz

Line retireve per crank96 centimeter / 37.8 inch

Ball bearings4

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelMultireels
Price range~ €285.33
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel size50 II
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeLever drag
Handle orientationRight
Line capacity monofil-

Conclusion

Shimano TLD II A 50 IIX clearly outshines Daiwa BG 5000X, offering significantly better performance in maximum drag (37kg / 81,57lbs) and line retrieve per crank (96 centimeter / 37.8 inch). While Daiwa BG 5000X may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano TLD II A 50 IIX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Daiwa BG and Shimano TLD II A?

Shimano TLD II A 50 IIX

With a serious drag score of 10 out of 10 (37kg / 81,57lbs), this reel is made to stop big carp in their tracks, even in rough terrain or tight swims
With a high retrieve rate of 9.07 out of 10 (96 centimeter / 37.8 inch), this reel is built for quick line recovery