Daiwa BG 6500X vs Shimano Tekota 600 Line Counter A 600 HGA LC / Right handX

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Daiwa BG, 6500, left and right hand, Sea Spinning Fishing Reel, Front Drag, 10460-650
Daiwa BG
Spinning
66.90 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classGood
Durability8.5 out of 10
Ergonomics4 out of 10
Gear ratio5.3:1
Maximum drag0lbs
Weight835g / 29.45oz
Line retireve per crank123 centimeter / 48.43 inch
Ball bearings6

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDAIWA
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €128.33
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size6500
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.45/340
Shimano Tekota 600 Line Counter A, 600 HGA LC, right hand, Multi Fishing Reel, Star Drag, TEK600HGLCA
Shimano Tekota 600 Line Counter A
Multireels
600 Hga Lc / Right Handx
67.70 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classGood
Durability8.59 out of 10
Ergonomics5.99 out of 10
Gear ratio6.3:1
Maximum drag10.8kg / 23,81lbs
Weight484g / 17.07oz
Line retireve per crank96 centimeter / 37.8 inch
Ball bearings4

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelMultireels
  • Price range~ €179.00
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size600 HGA LC
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeStar drag
  • Handle orientationRight
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.23/274

Conclusion

Both Daiwa BG 6500X and Shimano Tekota 600 Line Counter A 600 HGA LC / Right handX perform at a similar level overall, so the better choice depends on what matters more to you, Daiwa BG 6500X offers a gear ratio of 5.3:1, while Shimano Tekota 600 Line Counter A 600 HGA LC / Right handX stands out for a line retrieve per crank of 96 centimeter / 37.8 inch. Your decision should be guided by your fishing style and target species.

What's the difference between Daiwa BG and Shimano Tekota 600 Line Counter A?

Daiwa BG 6500X

  • The reel brings in line quickly with its 8.2 out of 10 (5.3:1) rating, making it a great fit for power fishing

Shimano Tekota 600 Line Counter A 600 HGA LC / Right handX

  • At a maximum drag of 10,8kg / 23,81lbs (scoring 5 out of 10), the reel has a modest drag setup which is enough for smaller fish or relaxed situations where finesse matters more
  • Scoring 8.39 out of 10 (484g / 17,07oz), this reel is impressively light for a multireel
  • With a high retrieve rate of 9.07 out of 10 (96 centimeter / 37.8 inch), this reel is built for quick line recovery