Shimano Twin Power FD 4000X vs Daiwa BG 5000X

Shimano Twin Power FD
Spinning
92.00 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability5.56 out of 10
Ergonomics6.1 out of 10
Gear ratio5.3:1
Maximum drag11kg / 24.25lbs
Weight270g / 9.52oz
Line retireve per crank87 centimeter / 34.25 inch
Ball bearings10
Technical Specifications
- BrandSHIMANO
- The main category of the reelSpinning
- Price range~ €389.80
- Is saltwater resistantNo
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size4000
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.3/180

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 Twin Power FD 4000X clearly outshines Daiwa BG 5000X, offering significantly better performance in maximum drag (11kg / 24,25lbs) and line retrieve per crank (87 centimeter / 34.25 inch). While Daiwa BG 5000X may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano Twin Power FD 4000X is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.
What's the difference between Shimano Twin Power FD and Daiwa BG?
Shimano Twin Power FD 4000X
- With a great drag score 10 out of 10 (11kg / 24,25lbs), the reel is built to handle big fish confidently.. whatever the setting, freshwater or inshore salt
- With a score like 8.2 out of 10 (270g / 9,52oz), the reel feels light in the hand.. ideal for active techniques like twitching, jigging, or topwater.
- 8.2 out of 10 (87 centimeter / 34.25 inch) in line retrieve, means it picks up line fast, very handy when chasing quick fish
Daiwa BG 5000X
- Landing a score of 8.67 out of 10 (6) in bearings, it feels smooth and controlled. Great when you're fishing actively and want consistency
- Saltwater-safe design makes it perfect for spinning conditions.
Similar comparisons

Daiwa 24 LUVIAS LT 4000DX vs Daiwa BG 5000X


Daiwa 23 NINJA LT 2000 / JB4 0.13MM YELOW 2000X vs Daiwa 20 Crossfire LT 2000X


Daiwa BG 5000X vs Daiwa 23 LEGALIS LT 4000-C(U)X


Cormoran Cross Water 5PiF 500X vs Daiwa 20 Exceler LT 1000X


Daiwa 24 LUVIAS LT 4000DX vs Daiwa Ninja LT 6000X


Shimano Stradic GTM 2500 RC Spinning reel with fighting drag vs Daiwa 24 LUVIAS LT 4000DX


Daiwa 20 Laguna LT 3000-CX vs Daiwa BG 5000X


Daiwa Ninja LT 5000-CX vs Daiwa 20 Laguna LT 3000-CX


Daiwa 20 Legalis LT 3000-CXHX vs Shimano Stradic GTM 2500 RC Spinning reel with fighting drag


Shimano Twin Power FD 4000X vs Delphin ELIXIR 4000X


Daiwa Ninja LT 5000-CX vs Cormoran Sportline 2PiF


Daiwa Ninja LT 6000X vs Daiwa 23 LEXA LT 4000-CX


Daiwa BG 6500X vs Daiwa 23 LEXA LT 4000-CX


Daiwa 23 LEGALIS LT 4000-C(U)X vs Cormoran Cross Water 5PiF 500X


Daiwa 23 LEXA LT 4000-CX vs Daiwa 24 IPRIMI LT 2000 S-PX


Daiwa 23 LEXA LT 4000-CX vs Daiwa 20 Legalis LT 3000-CXHX


Shimano Stella FK C 5000 XGX vs Cormoran Sportline 2PiF


Daiwa 22 Caldia LT (MQ) 2000DX vs Daiwa 23 LEGALIS LT 4000-C(U)X


Cormoran Cross Water 5PiF 500X vs Daiwa 23 LEGALIS LT 4000-C(U)X


Daiwa 23 NINJA LT 2000 / JB4 0.13MM YELOW 2000X vs Daiwa 20 Laguna LT 3000-CX
