Shimano 21 TwinPower SW C 5000 XGX vs Daiwa BG MQ 2500-HX

Shimano 21 TwinPower SW C

Seafishing

69.50 out of 100

Value for money4 out of 5

Quality classExcellent

Durability9.5 out of 10

Ergonomics5.8 out of 10

Gear ratio6.2:1

Maximum drag13kg / 28.66lbs

Weight420g / 14.82oz

Line retireve per crank105 centimeter / 41.34 inch

Ball bearings11

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelSeafishing
Price range~ €435.33
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel size5000 XG
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.37/150

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 5000 XGX edges out Daiwa BG MQ 2500-HX with slightly better overall performance, especially on the durability (9.5 out of 10) and the total score (6.95 out of 10). Still, Daiwa BG MQ 2500-HX holds its own with strengths like a line retrieve per crank of 80 centimeter / 31.5 inch and a ball bearings of 6, 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 5000 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