Shimano Ocea Jigger 2000 NR PGX vs Daiwa BG 6500X

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Shimano Ocea Jigger

Multireels

95.00 out of 100

Value for money4.5 out of 5

Quality classExcellent

Durability9.5 out of 10

Ergonomics5.81 out of 10

Gear ratio5.1:1

Maximum drag9.9kg / 21,83lbs

Weight595g / 20.99oz

Line retireve per crank96 centimeter / 37.8 inch

Ball bearings9

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelMultireels
Price range~ €453.50
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel size2000 NR PG
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeStar drag
Handle orientationRight
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.61/310

Daiwa BG

Spinning

66.90 out of 100

Value for money4 out of 5

Quality classGood

Durability8.5 out of 10

Ergonomics4 out of 10

Gear ratio5.3:1

Maximum drag0lbs

Weight835g / 29.45oz

Line retireve per crank123 centimeter / 48.43 inch

Ball bearings6

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €128.33
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel size6500
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.45/340

Conclusion

Shimano Ocea Jigger 2000 NR PGX clearly outshines Daiwa BG 6500X, offering significantly better performance in line retrieve per crank (96 centimeter / 37.8 inch) and maximum drag (9,9kg / 21,83lbs). While Daiwa BG 6500X may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano Ocea Jigger 2000 NR PGX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Shimano Ocea Jigger and Daiwa BG?

Shimano Ocea Jigger 2000 NR PGX

At a maximum drag of 9,9kg / 21,83lbs (scoring 5.51 out of 10), the reel has a modest drag setup which is enough for smaller fish or relaxed situations where finesse matters more
Scoring 8.02 out of 10 (595g / 20,99oz), this reel is impressively light for a multireel
With a high retrieve rate of 9.07 out of 10 (96 centimeter / 37.8 inch), this reel is built for quick line recovery