Daiwa 20 Luvias LT 3000D-CX vs Shimano Speedmaster Leverdrag II 12IIX

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Daiwa 20 Luvias LT, 3000D-C, left and right hand, Spinning fishing reel, Front Drag, 10112-305
Daiwa 20 Luvias LT
Spinning
3000d-cx
94.10 out of 100
Value for money4.5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics6.4 out of 10
Gear ratio5.2:1
Maximum drag10kg / 22.05lbs
Weight180g / 6.35oz
Line retireve per crank77 centimeter / 30.31 inch
Ball bearings9

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDAIWA
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €379.00
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size3000D-C
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.18/300
Shimano Speedmaster Leverdrag II, 12II, right hand, Multi Fishing Reel, Lever Drag, SPM12II
Shimano Speedmaster Leverdrag II
Multireels
82.70 out of 100
Value for money4.5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics3.4 out of 10
Gear ratio5.7:1/3.1:1
Maximum drag18kg / 39.68lbs
Weight730g / 25.75oz
Line retireve per crank106 centimeter / 41.73 inch
Ball bearings4

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelMultireels
  • Price range~ €205.33
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size12II
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeLever drag
  • Handle orientationRight
  • Line capacity monofillbs/yds: 20/350

Conclusion

Daiwa 20 Luvias LT 3000D-CX edges out Shimano Speedmaster Leverdrag II 12IIX with slightly better overall performance, especially on the gear ratio (5.2:1) and the weight (180g / 6,35oz). Still, Shimano Speedmaster Leverdrag II 12IIX holds its own with strengths like a ball bearings of 4 and a line retrieve per crank of 106 centimeter / 41.73 inch, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.

What's the difference between Daiwa 20 Luvias LT and Shimano Speedmaster Leverdrag II?

Daiwa 20 Luvias LT 3000D-CX

  • The reel brings in line quickly with its 8 out of 10 (5.2:1) rating, making it a great fit for power fishing
  • With a score like 8.8 out of 10 (180g / 6,35oz), the reel feels light in the hand.. ideal for active techniques like twitching, jigging, or topwater.

Shimano Speedmaster Leverdrag II 12IIX

  • With premium bearings scoring 5 out of 10 (4), this reel delivers buttery smooth operation even with load