Daiwa 23 LEGALIS LT 2000D(U)X vs Shimano Speedmaster Leverdrag II 12IIX
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Daiwa 23 LEGALIS LT
Spinning
56.80 out of 100
Value for money2.5 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability3 out of 10
Ergonomics6.4 out of 10
Gear ratio5.2:1
Maximum drag5kg / 11.02lbs
Weight180g / 6.35oz
Line retireve per crank68 centimeter / 26.77 inch
Ball bearings5
Technical Specifications
- BrandDAIWA
- The main category of the reelSpinning
- Price range~ €70.33
- Is saltwater resistantNo
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size2000D(U)
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.23/150

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
Shimano Speedmaster Leverdrag II 12IIX clearly outshines Daiwa 23 LEGALIS LT 2000D(U)X, offering significantly better performance in durability (9.5 out of 10) and line retrieve per crank (106 centimeter / 41.73 inch). While Daiwa 23 LEGALIS LT 2000D(U)X may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano Speedmaster Leverdrag II 12IIX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.
What's the difference between Daiwa 23 LEGALIS LT and Shimano Speedmaster Leverdrag II?
Daiwa 23 LEGALIS LT 2000D(U)X
- 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 a high retrieve rate of 9.73 out of 10 (106 centimeter / 41.73 inch), this reel is built for quick line recovery
- Ready for saltwater, great for any multireels adventure.
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