Daiwa 23 AIRITY LT 2000S-PX vs Shimano Speedmaster Leverdrag II 8IIX

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Daiwa 23 AIRITY LT, 2000S-P, left and right hand, Spinning Fishing Reel, Front Drag, 10001-203
Daiwa 23 AIRITY LT
Spinning
83.80 out of 100
Value for money3.5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics6.52 out of 10
Gear ratio4.9:1
Maximum drag5kg / 11.02lbs
Weight145g / 5.11oz
Line retireve per crank64 centimeter / 25.2 inch
Ball bearings11

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDAIWA
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €471.33
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size2000S-P
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.14/150
Shimano Speedmaster Leverdrag II, 8II, right hand, Multi Fishing Reel, Lever Drag, SPM8II
Shimano Speedmaster Leverdrag II
Multireels
67.00 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classGood
Durability8.61 out of 10
Ergonomics5.53 out of 10
Gear ratio6.2:1/4.1:1
Maximum drag8kg / 17.64lbs
Weight525g / 18.52oz
Line retireve per crank97 centimeter / 38.19 inch
Ball bearings4

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelMultireels
  • Price range~ €183.33
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size8II
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeLever drag
  • Handle orientationRight
  • Line capacity monofillbs/yds: 20/200

Conclusion

Daiwa 23 AIRITY LT 2000S-PX edges out Shimano Speedmaster Leverdrag II 8IIX with slightly better overall performance, especially on the gear ratio (4.9:1) and the total score (8.38 out of 10). Still, Shimano Speedmaster Leverdrag II 8IIX holds its own with strengths like a line retrieve per crank of 97 centimeter / 38.19 inch and a ball bearings of 4, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.

What's the difference between Daiwa 23 AIRITY LT and Shimano Speedmaster Leverdrag II?

Daiwa 23 AIRITY LT 2000S-PX

  • The 5.67 out of 10 (4.9:1) gear ratio gives you the power you need to handle heavy lures and strong large fish out of cover

Shimano Speedmaster Leverdrag II 8IIX

  • With a high retrieve rate of 9.13 out of 10 (97 centimeter / 38.19 inch), this reel is built for quick line recovery
  • With premium bearings scoring 5 out of 10 (4), this reel delivers buttery smooth operation even with load