Daiwa 23 LEOBRITZ 300 JL vs Shimano Sedona 8000 FI

The selected categories are different, score metrics vary from category to another.

Daiwa 23 LEOBRITZ 300 JL

Multireels

95.00 out of 100

Value for money4 out of 5

Quality classExcellent

Durability9.5 out of 10

Ergonomics5.9 out of 10

Gear ratio5.1:1

Maximum drag13kg / 28.66lbs

Weight540g / 19.05oz

Line retireve per crank70 centimeter / 27.56 inch

Ball bearings8

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelMultireels
Price range~ €699.33
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel size-
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeStar drag
Handle orientationLeft
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.24/400

Shimano Sedona 8000 FI

Spinning

53.90 out of 100

Value for money2.5 out of 5

Quality classLow

Durability3 out of 10

Ergonomics4 out of 10

Gear ratio4.9:1

Maximum drag11kg / 24.25lbs

Weight615g / 21.69oz

Line retireve per crank94cm / 37.00 inch

Ball bearings3 S SUS + 1 Rollerbearing

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €75.33
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size8000
Handle typeHandle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/m: 0.37/275. 0.405/230, 0.47/160 lb/yds: 12/345, 16/250, 20/185

Conclusion

Daiwa 23 LEOBRITZ 300 JL clearly outshines Shimano Sedona 8000 FI, offering significantly better performance in durability (9.5 out of 10) and weight (540g / 19,05oz). While Shimano Sedona 8000 FI may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa 23 LEOBRITZ 300 JL is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.