Daiwa BG 8000X vs Shimano Tekota 600 Line Counter A 600 HGA LC / Right handX

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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 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 8000X 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 8000X 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 8000X

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