Shimano TLD 25X vs Daiwa BG MQ 6000D-HX

Shimano TLD

Seafishing

75.00 out of 100

Value for money4.5 out of 5

Quality classGood

Durability8.61 out of 10

Ergonomics5.81 out of 10

Gear ratio3.6:1

Maximum drag10kg / 22.05lbs

Weight695g / 24.52oz

Line retireve per crank81 centimeter / 31.89 inch

Ball bearings4

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelSeafishing
Price range~ €183.33
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel size25
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeLever drag
Handle orientationRight
Line capacity monofil-

Daiwa BG MQ

Seafishing

56.60 out of 100

Value for money4 out of 5

Quality classGood

Durability4.56 out of 10

Ergonomics5.79 out of 10

Gear ratio5.7:1

Maximum drag12kg / 26.46lbs

Weight430g / 15.17oz

Line retireve per crank101 centimeter / 39.76 inch

Ball bearings6

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelSeafishing
Price range~ €169.33
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size6000D-H
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.43/150

Conclusion

Shimano TLD 25X edges out Daiwa BG MQ 6000D-HX with slightly better overall performance, especially on the line retrieve per crank (81 centimeter / 31.89 inch) and the gear ratio (3.6:1). Still, Daiwa BG MQ 6000D-HX holds its own with strengths like a ball bearings of 6 and a maximum drag of 12kg / 26,46lbs, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.

What's the difference between Shimano TLD and Daiwa BG MQ?

Shimano TLD 25X

With a gear ratio of 5.33 out of 10 (3.6:1), torque gets higher priority than speed and makes the reel great for deep sea drops or hauling heavy fish from the bottom
A line retrieval (per crank) of 81 centimeter / 31.89 inch helps bringing in line quickly, making it great for repositioning or working topwater baits
Built tough for the salt, ideal for seafishing.