Shimano Twin Power XD A C 5000 XGX vs Daiwa BG 8000X
Shimano Twin Power XD A
Spinning
95.00 out of 100
Value for money4.5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics6.18 out of 10
Gear ratio6.2:1
Maximum drag11kg / 24.25lbs
Weight245g / 8.64oz
Line retireve per crank101 centimeter / 39.76 inch
Ball bearings11
Technical Specifications
- BrandSHIMANO
- The main category of the reelSpinning
- Price range~ €369.33
- Is saltwater resistantYes
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel sizeC 5000 XG
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.3/240
Daiwa BG
Spinning
68.30 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classGood
Durability8.5 out of 10
Ergonomics4 out of 10
Gear ratio5.3:1
Maximum drag0lbs
Weight850g / 29.98oz
Line retireve per crank135 centimeter / 53.15 inch
Ball bearings6
Technical Specifications
- BrandDAIWA
- The main category of the reelSpinning
- Price range~ €129.33
- Is saltwater resistantYes
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size8000
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.45/500
Conclusion
Shimano Twin Power XD A C 5000 XGX clearly outshines Daiwa BG 8000X, offering significantly better performance in maximum drag (11kg / 24,25lbs) and line retrieve per crank (101 centimeter / 39.76 inch). While Daiwa BG 8000X may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano Twin Power XD A C 5000 XGX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.
What's the difference between Shimano Twin Power XD A and Daiwa BG?
Shimano Twin Power XD A C 5000 XGX
- 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 8.37 out of 10 (245g / 8,64oz), the reel feels light in the hand.. ideal for active techniques like twitching, jigging, or topwater.
- A high retrieve rate of 9.6 out of 10 (101 centimeter / 39.76 inch), means the reel is made just for speed, perfect for speed fishing or covering water quickly
Daiwa BG 8000X
- 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
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