Shimano Tiagra 30WLRSAX vs Daiwa BG 4500X

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Shimano Tiagra

Multireels

90.20 out of 100

Value for money4.5 out of 5

Quality classExcellent

Durability9.5 out of 10

Ergonomics3.4 out of 10

Gear ratio3.9:1 / 1.7:1

Maximum drag16kg / 35.27lbs

Weight1575g / 55.56oz

Line retireve per crank104 centimeter / 40.95 inch

Ball bearings4

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelMultireels
Price range~ €524.33
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel size30WLRSA
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeLever drag
Handle orientationRight
Line capacity monofil-

Daiwa BG

Spinning

55.80 out of 100

Value for money3 out of 5

Quality classMedium

Durability7.83 out of 10

Ergonomics4 out of 10

Gear ratio5.7:1

Maximum drag0lbs

Weight625g / 22.05oz

Line retireve per crank109 centimeter / 42.91 inch

Ball bearings6

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €117.33
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel size4500
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.35/320

Conclusion

Shimano Tiagra 30WLRSAX clearly outshines Daiwa BG 4500X, offering significantly better performance in maximum drag (16kg / 35,27lbs) and line retrieve per crank (104 centimeter / 40.95 inch). While Daiwa BG 4500X may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano Tiagra 30WLRSAX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Shimano Tiagra and Daiwa BG?

Shimano Tiagra 30WLRSAX

With a serious drag score of 9.6 out of 10 (16kg / 35,27lbs), this reel is made to stop big carp in their tracks, even in rough terrain or tight swims
With a high retrieve rate of 9.6 out of 10 (104 centimeter / 40.95 inch), this reel is built for quick line recovery