Shimano Beastmaster 12000 MD vs Abu GARCIA Revo MGX 20 SP/LX

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Shimano Beastmaster 12000 MD, right hand, Deep Sea Electric Fishing Reel, Star Drag, BMMD12000
Shimano Beastmaster 12000 MD
Seafishing
75.70 out of 100
Value for money3 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics3.4 out of 10
Gear ratio2.4:1
Maximum drag43kg / 94.8lbs
Weight2300g / 81.13oz
Line retireve per crank53 centimeter / 20.87 inch
Ball bearings20

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelSeafishing
  • Price range~ €1,245.33
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size-
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeStar drag
  • Handle orientationRight
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.4/1660
Abu GARCIA Revo MGX, 20 SP/L, left and right hand, Spinning fishing reel, Front Drag, 1513800
Abu GARCIA Revo MGX
Spinning
20 Sp/lx
63.60 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability5.5 out of 10
Ergonomics6.43 out of 10
Gear ratio4.7:1
Maximum drag6.4kg / 14,11lbs
Weight170g / 6.38oz
Line retireve per crank84 centimeter / 33.07 inch
Ball bearings11

Technical Specifications

  • BrandABU GARCIA
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €255.20
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size20 SP/L
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.2/220

Conclusion

Shimano Beastmaster 12000 MD edges out Abu GARCIA Revo MGX 20 SP/LX with slightly better overall performance, especially on the maximum drag (43kg / 94,8lbs) and the durability (9.5 out of 10). Still, Abu GARCIA Revo MGX 20 SP/LX holds its own with strengths like a weight of 170g / 6,38oz and a line retrieve per crank of 84 centimeter / 33.07 inch, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.

What's the difference between Shimano Beastmaster 12000 MD and Abu GARCIA Revo MGX?

Shimano Beastmaster 12000 MD

  • Built tough for the salt, ideal for seafishing.

Abu GARCIA Revo MGX 20 SP/LX

  • With a score like 8.87 out of 10 (170g / 6,38oz), the reel feels light in the hand.. ideal for active techniques like twitching, jigging, or topwater.
  • 7 out of 10 (84 centimeter / 33.07 inch) in line retrieve, means the reel delivers a steady and reliable retrieve which is ideal for most everyday techniques