Shimano Complex XR 2500X vs Daiwa BG MQ 10000-HX

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Shimano Complex XR, 2500, left and right hand, Spinning fishing reel, Front Drag, 21CMXXR2500F6
Shimano Complex XR
Spinning
83.60 out of 100
Value for money4.5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability5.5 out of 10
Ergonomics6.42 out of 10
Gear ratio5.3:1
Maximum drag4kg / 8.82lbs
Weight175g / 6.17oz
Line retireve per crank78 centimeter / 30.71 inch
Ball bearings10

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €215.33
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size2500
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.18/100
Daiwa BG MQ, 10000-H, left and right hand, Sea Fishing Spinning Reel, Front Drag, 10465-100
Daiwa BG MQ
Seafishing
60.30 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classGood
Durability4.66 out of 10
Ergonomics5.49 out of 10
Gear ratio5.7:1
Maximum drag15kg / 33.07lbs
Weight640g / 22.58oz
Line retireve per crank117 centimeter / 46.06 inch
Ball bearings6

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDAIWA
  • The main category of the reelSeafishing
  • Price range~ €199.33
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size10000-H
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.37/300

Conclusion

Shimano Complex XR 2500X clearly outshines Daiwa BG MQ 10000-HX, offering significantly better performance in gear ratio (5.3:1) and line retrieve per crank (78 centimeter / 30.71 inch). While Daiwa BG MQ 10000-HX may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano Complex XR 2500X is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Shimano Complex XR and Daiwa BG MQ?

Shimano Complex XR 2500X

  • The reel brings in line quickly with its 8.2 out of 10 (5.3:1) rating, making it a great fit for power fishing
  • 6.14 out of 10 (78 centimeter / 30.71 inch) in line retrieve, means the reel delivers a steady and reliable retrieve which is ideal for most everyday techniques

Daiwa BG MQ 10000-HX

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