Shimano Ocea Jigger 4000 HGX vs Daiwa BG 3500X

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Shimano Ocea Jigger

Multireels

90.40 out of 100

Value for money4.5 out of 5

Quality classExcellent

Durability9.5 out of 10

Ergonomics3.8 out of 10

Gear ratio5.1:1

Maximum drag18kg / 39.68lbs

Weight791g / 27.9oz

Line retireve per crank117 centimeter / 46.06 inch

Ball bearings7

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelMultireels
Price range~ €509.60
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel size4000 HG
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeStar drag
Handle orientationRight
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.8/494

Daiwa BG

Spinning

69.10 out of 100

Value for money3.5 out of 5

Quality classMedium

Durability7.77 out of 10

Ergonomics4 out of 10

Gear ratio5.7:1

Maximum drag0lbs

Weight400g / 14.11oz

Line retireve per crank97 centimeter / 38.19 inch

Ball bearings6

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €104.33
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel size3500
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.3/220

Conclusion

Shimano Ocea Jigger 4000 HGX clearly outshines Daiwa BG 3500X, offering significantly better performance in maximum drag (18kg / 39,68lbs) and total score (9.04 out of 10). While Daiwa BG 3500X may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano Ocea Jigger 4000 HGX 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 4000 HGX

With a serious drag score of 10 out of 10 (18kg / 39,68lbs), this reel is made to stop big carp in their tracks, even in rough terrain or tight swims

Daiwa BG 3500X

A high retrieve rate of 9.2 out of 10 (97 centimeter / 38.19 inch), means the reel is made just for speed, perfect for speed fishing or covering water quickly