Shimano Ocea Conquest HG 201X vs Daiwa BG MQ 20000X

Shimano Ocea Conquest HG, 201, left hand, Baitcast Fishing Reel, Star Drag, OCCNQ201HG
Shimano Ocea Conquest HG
Seafishing
201x
66.70 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics5.99 out of 10
Gear ratio6.2:1
Maximum drag5kg / 11.02lbs
Weight285g / 10.05oz
Line retireve per crank78 centimeter / 30.71 inch
Ball bearings11

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelSeafishing
  • Price range~ €477.10
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size201
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeStar drag
  • Handle orientationLeft
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.24/200
Daiwa BG MQ, 20000, left and right hand, Sea Fishing Spinning Reel, Front Drag, 10465-020
Daiwa BG MQ
Seafishing
55.90 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classGood
Durability4.71 out of 10
Ergonomics3.4 out of 10
Gear ratio5.3:1
Maximum drag20kg / 44.09lbs
Weight860g / 30.34oz
Line retireve per crank134 centimeter / 52.76 inch
Ball bearings6

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDAIWA
  • The main category of the reelSeafishing
  • Price range~ €214.33
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size20000
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.52/300

Conclusion

Shimano Ocea Conquest HG 201X edges out Daiwa BG MQ 20000X with slightly better overall performance, especially on the line retrieve per crank (78 centimeter / 30.71 inch) and the weight (285g / 10,05oz). Still, Daiwa BG MQ 20000X holds its own with strengths like a maximum drag of 20kg / 44,09lbs and a ball bearings of 6, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.

What's the difference between Shimano Ocea Conquest HG and Daiwa BG MQ?

Shimano Ocea Conquest HG 201X

  • With a weight score of 9.19 out of 10 (285g / 10,05oz), this reel is impressively light for saltwater and provides great comfort
  • A line retrieval (per crank) of 78 centimeter / 30.71 inch helps bringing in line quickly, making it great for repositioning or working topwater baits
  • Built tough for the salt, ideal for seafishing.

Daiwa BG MQ 20000X

  • With a drag score of 10 out of 10 (20kg / 44,09lbs), the reel is built to handle serious pressure from large saltwater predators
  • Scoring 8.5 out of 10 (6), the reel runs smooth under pressure