Shimano Cardiff XR C2000SX vs Daiwa BG MQ 6000D-HX

The selected categories are different, score metrics vary from category to another.

Shimano Cardiff XR

Spinning

77.60 out of 100

Value for money4.5 out of 5

Quality classExcellent

Durability5.5 out of 10

Ergonomics6.48 out of 10

Gear ratio5.1:1

Maximum drag3kg / 6.61lbs

Weight155g / 5.47oz

Line retireve per crank69 centimeter / 27.17 inch

Ball bearings10

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €219.33
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel sizeC2000S
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.16/105

Daiwa BG MQ

Seafishing

56.60 out of 100

Value for money4 out of 5

Quality classGood

Durability4.56 out of 10

Ergonomics5.79 out of 10

Gear ratio5.7:1

Maximum drag12kg / 26.46lbs

Weight430g / 15.17oz

Line retireve per crank101 centimeter / 39.76 inch

Ball bearings6

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelSeafishing
Price range~ €169.33
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size6000D-H
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.43/150

Conclusion

Shimano Cardiff XR C2000SX clearly outshines Daiwa BG MQ 6000D-HX, offering significantly better performance in gear ratio (5.1:1) and total score (7.76 out of 10). While Daiwa BG MQ 6000D-HX may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano Cardiff XR C2000SX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.