Daiwa BG 6500X vs Shimano Tiagra 30WLRSAX

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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 Tiagra, 30WLRSA, right hand, Multiplier fishing reel, Lever Drag, TI30WLRSA
Shimano Tiagra
Multireels
90.20 out of 100
Value for money4.5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics3.4 out of 10
Gear ratio3.9:1 / 1.7:1
Maximum drag16kg / 35.27lbs
Weight1575g / 55.56oz
Line retireve per crank104 centimeter / 40.95 inch
Ball bearings4

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelMultireels
  • Price range~ €524.33
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size30WLRSA
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeLever drag
  • Handle orientationRight
  • Line capacity monofil-

Conclusion

Shimano Tiagra 30WLRSAX clearly outshines Daiwa BG 6500X, offering significantly better performance in maximum drag (16kg / 35,27lbs) and line retrieve per crank (104 centimeter / 40.95 inch). While Daiwa BG 6500X may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano Tiagra 30WLRSAX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Daiwa BG and Shimano Tiagra?

Shimano Tiagra 30WLRSAX

  • With a serious drag score of 9.6 out of 10 (16kg / 35,27lbs), this reel is made to stop big carp in their tracks, even in rough terrain or tight swims
  • With a high retrieve rate of 9.6 out of 10 (104 centimeter / 40.95 inch), this reel is built for quick line recovery