Shimano 21 Stradic SW 6000 XGX vs Daiwa BG MQ 2500-HX

Shimano 21 Stradic SW
Seafishing
80.40 out of 100
Value for money4.5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics5.77 out of 10
Gear ratio6.2:1
Maximum drag12kg / 26.46lbs
Weight440g / 15.52oz
Line retireve per crank112 centimeter / 44.09 inch
Ball bearings7
Technical Specifications
- BrandSHIMANO
- The main category of the reelSeafishing
- Price range~ €267.10
- Is saltwater resistantYes
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size6000 XG
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.37/190

Daiwa BG MQ
Seafishing
56.60 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classMedium
Durability4 out of 10
Ergonomics6.06 out of 10
Gear ratio5.7:1
Maximum drag10kg / 22.05lbs
Weight235g / 8.29oz
Line retireve per crank80 centimeter / 31.5 inch
Ball bearings6
Technical Specifications
- BrandDAIWA
- The main category of the reelSeafishing
- Price range~ €149.33
- Is saltwater resistantNo
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size2500-H
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.28/150
Conclusion
Shimano 21 Stradic SW 6000 XGX clearly outshines Daiwa BG MQ 2500-HX, offering significantly better performance in durability (9.5 out of 10) and total score (8.04 out of 10). While Daiwa BG MQ 2500-HX may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano 21 Stradic SW 6000 XGX 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 6000 XGX
- Built tough for the salt, ideal for seafishing.
Daiwa BG MQ 2500-HX
- A line retrieval (per crank) of 80 centimeter / 31.5 inch helps bringing in line quickly, making it great for repositioning or working topwater baits
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