Shimano Stradic SWB 8000PGX vs Daiwa BG 3500X

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Shimano Stradic SWB, 8000PG, left and right hand, Sea fishing reel, Front Drag, STSW80PGB
Shimano Stradic SWB
Seafishing
90.10 out of 100
Value for money4.5 out of 5
Quality classGood
Durability8.82 out of 10
Ergonomics5.44 out of 10
Gear ratio4.9:1
Maximum drag16kg / 35.27lbs
Weight670g / 23.63oz
Line retireve per crank94 centimeter / 37.01 inch
Ball bearings7

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelSeafishing
  • Price range~ €245.33
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size8000PG
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.37/275
Daiwa BG, 3500, left and right hand, Sea Spinning Fishing Reel, Front Drag, 10460-350
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 Stradic SWB 8000PGX clearly outshines Daiwa BG 3500X, offering significantly better performance in maximum drag (16kg / 35,27lbs) and weight (670g / 23,63oz). While Daiwa BG 3500X may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano Stradic SWB 8000PGX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Shimano Stradic SWB and Daiwa BG?

Shimano Stradic SWB 8000PGX

  • Scoring 8.4 out of 10 (16kg / 35,27lbs), the reel delivers reliable, smooth resistance when targeting strong fighters like snapper or pollock
  • Scoring 8.09 out of 10 (670g / 23,63oz), this reel is lighter than expected for a saltwater model, which helps on long sessions without extra strain