Daiwa BG 8000X vs Shimano 21 Nexave FI 4000X

Daiwa BG, 8000, left and right hand, Sea Spinning Fishing Reel, Front Drag, 10460-800
Daiwa BG
Spinning
68.30 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
Weight850g / 29.98oz
Line retireve per crank135 centimeter / 53.15 inch
Ball bearings6

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDAIWA
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €129.33
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size8000
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.45/500
Shimano 21 Nexave FI  , 4000, left and right hand, Spinning Fishing Reel, Front Drag, NEX4000FI
Shimano 21 Nexave FI
Spinning
54.80 out of 100
Value for money3 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability2.91 out of 10
Ergonomics4 out of 10
Gear ratio5.2:1
Maximum drag11kg / 24.25lbs
Weight305g / 10.76oz
Line retireve per crank83 centimeter / 32.68 inch
Ball bearings4

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €44.33
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size4000
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.3/180

Conclusion

Daiwa BG 8000X edges out Shimano 21 Nexave FI 4000X with slightly better overall performance, especially on the durability (8.5 out of 10) and the ball bearings (6). Still, Shimano 21 Nexave FI 4000X holds its own with strengths like a maximum drag of 11kg / 24,25lbs and a line retrieve per crank of 83 centimeter / 32.68 inch, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.

What's the difference between Daiwa BG and Shimano 21 Nexave FI?

Daiwa BG 8000X

  • Saltwater-safe design makes it perfect for spinning conditions.

Shimano 21 Nexave FI 4000X

  • With a great drag score 10 out of 10 (11kg / 24,25lbs), the reel is built to handle big fish confidently.. whatever the setting, freshwater or inshore salt
  • 6.86 out of 10 (83 centimeter / 32.68 inch) in line retrieve, means the reel delivers a steady and reliable retrieve which is ideal for most everyday techniques