Shimano 21 TwinPower SW C 10000 PGX vs Daiwa BG MQ 8000-HX

Shimano 21 TwinPower SW C, 10000 PG, left and right hand, Saltwater Fishing Reel, Front Drag, TPSW10000PGC
Shimano 21 TwinPower SW C
Seafishing
85.50 out of 100
Value for money4.5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics5.46 out of 10
Gear ratio4.9:1
Maximum drag25kg / 55.12lbs
Weight655g / 23.1oz
Line retireve per crank102 centimeter / 40.16 inch
Ball bearings11

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelSeafishing
  • Price range~ €429.33
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size10000 PG
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.47/210
Daiwa BG MQ, 8000-H, left and right hand, Sea Fishing Spinning Reel, Front Drag, 10465-080
Daiwa BG MQ
Seafishing
59.60 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classGood
Durability4.63 out of 10
Ergonomics5.49 out of 10
Gear ratio5.7:1
Maximum drag15kg / 33.07lbs
Weight635g / 22.4oz
Line retireve per crank110 centimeter / 43.31 inch
Ball bearings6

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDAIWA
  • The main category of the reelSeafishing
  • Price range~ €189.33
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size8000-H
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.33/300

Conclusion

Shimano 21 TwinPower SW C 10000 PGX clearly outshines Daiwa BG MQ 8000-HX, offering significantly better performance in gear ratio (4.9:1) and durability (9.5 out of 10). While Daiwa BG MQ 8000-HX may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano 21 TwinPower SW C 10000 PGX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

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

Shimano 21 TwinPower SW C 10000 PGX

  • With a high gear ratio of 9.4 out of 10 (4.9:1), this reel is built for jigging, lure work, or staying tight to fast-moving fish
  • Built tough for the salt, ideal for seafishing.

Daiwa BG MQ 8000-HX

  • Scoring 8.5 out of 10 (6), the reel runs smooth under pressure