Shimano Spheros SW A 20000 PGX vs Daiwa BG 5000X

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Shimano Spheros SW A, 20000 PG, left and right hand, Saltwater Spinning Fishing Reel, Front Drag, SPSW20000PGA
Shimano Spheros SW A
Seafishing
67.40 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classGood
Durability8.56 out of 10
Ergonomics3.4 out of 10
Gear ratio4.4:1
Maximum drag18kg / 39.68lbs
Weight930g / 32.8oz
Line retireve per crank104 centimeter / 40.94 inch
Ball bearings4+1

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelSeafishing
  • Price range~ €169.33
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size20000 PG
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.52/310
Daiwa BG, 5000, left and right hand, Sea Spinning Fishing Reel, Front Drag, 10460-500
Daiwa BG
Spinning
57.10 out of 100
Value for money3 out of 5
Quality classMedium
Durability7.82 out of 10
Ergonomics4 out of 10
Gear ratio5.7:1
Maximum drag0lbs
Weight640g / 22.58oz
Line retireve per crank120 centimeter / 47.24 inch
Ball bearings6

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDAIWA
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €115.33
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size5000
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.35/430

Conclusion

Shimano Spheros SW A 20000 PGX edges out Daiwa BG 5000X with slightly better overall performance, especially on the maximum drag (18kg / 39,68lbs) and the total score (6.74 out of 10). Still, Daiwa BG 5000X holds its own with strengths like a ball bearings of 6 and a gear ratio of 5.7:1, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.

What's the difference between Shimano Spheros SW A and Daiwa BG?

Shimano Spheros SW A 20000 PGX

  • With a drag score of 9.2 out of 10 (18kg / 39,68lbs), the reel is built to handle serious pressure from large saltwater predators