Shimano 21 Stradic SW 10000 HGX vs Daiwa BG MQ 3000D-XHX

Shimano 21 Stradic SW, 10000 HG, left and right hand, Saltwater Fishing Reel, Front Drag, 51SF42R103A
Shimano 21 Stradic SW
Seafishing
79.90 out of 100
Value for money4.5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics5.46 out of 10
Gear ratio5.6:1
Maximum drag13kg / 28.66lbs
Weight660g / 23.28oz
Line retireve per crank116 centimeter / 45.67 inch
Ball bearings7

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelSeafishing
  • Price range~ €284.60
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size10000 HG
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.41/300
Daiwa BG MQ, 3000D-XH, left and right hand, Sea Fishing Spinning Reel, Front Drag, 10465-300
Daiwa BG MQ
Seafishing
56.90 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classMedium
Durability4 out of 10
Ergonomics6.02 out of 10
Gear ratio6.2:1
Maximum drag10kg / 22.05lbs
Weight265g / 9.35oz
Line retireve per crank83 centimeter / 32.68 inch
Ball bearings6

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDAIWA
  • The main category of the reelSeafishing
  • Price range~ €149.33
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size3000D-XH
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.33/150

Conclusion

Shimano 21 Stradic SW 10000 HGX clearly outshines Daiwa BG MQ 3000D-XHX, offering significantly better performance in durability (9.5 out of 10) and total score (7.99 out of 10). While Daiwa BG MQ 3000D-XHX may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano 21 Stradic SW 10000 HGX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Shimano 21 Stradic SW and Daiwa BG MQ?

Shimano 21 Stradic SW 10000 HGX

  • Built tough for the salt, ideal for seafishing.

Daiwa BG MQ 3000D-XHX

  • A line retrieval (per crank) of 83 centimeter / 32.68 inch helps bringing in line quickly, making it great for repositioning or working topwater baits