Shimano 21 TwinPower SW C 14000 XGX vs Daiwa BG MQ 2500-HX

Shimano 21 TwinPower SW C, 14000 XG, left and right hand, Saltwater Fishing Reel, Front Drag, TPSW14000XGC
Shimano 21 TwinPower SW C
Seafishing
76.50 out of 100
Value for money4.5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics5.46 out of 10
Gear ratio6.2:1
Maximum drag25kg / 55.12lbs
Weight660g / 23.28oz
Line retireve per crank134 centimeter / 52.76 inch
Ball bearings11

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelSeafishing
  • Price range~ €429.33
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size14000 XG
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.47/240
Daiwa BG MQ, 2500-H, left and right hand, Sea Fishing Spinning Reel, Front Drag, 10465-250
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 TwinPower SW C 14000 XGX edges out Daiwa BG MQ 2500-HX with slightly better overall performance, especially on the durability (9.5 out of 10) and the maximum drag (25kg / 55,12lbs). Still, Daiwa BG MQ 2500-HX holds its own with strengths like a ball bearings of 6 and a line retrieve per crank of 80 centimeter / 31.5 inch, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.

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

Shimano 21 TwinPower SW C 14000 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
  • Scoring 8.5 out of 10 (6), the reel runs smooth under pressure