Daiwa 23 LEXA LT 3000X vs Shimano Speedmaster Leverdrag II 10IIX

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Daiwa 23 LEXA LT

Spinning

81.00 out of 100

Value for money4.5 out of 5

Quality classGood

Durability4.5 out of 10

Ergonomics6.18 out of 10

Gear ratio5.2:1

Maximum drag10kg / 22.05lbs

Weight245g / 8.64oz

Line retireve per crank77 centimeter / 30.31 inch

Ball bearings5

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €143.33
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size3000
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.23/150

Shimano Speedmaster Leverdrag II

Multireels

66.90 out of 100

Value for money4 out of 5

Quality classGood

Durability8.63 out of 10

Ergonomics5.5 out of 10

Gear ratio6.2:1/4.1:1

Maximum drag8kg / 17.64lbs

Weight540g / 19.05oz

Line retireve per crank97 centimeter / 38.19 inch

Ball bearings4

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelMultireels
Price range~ €189.33
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel size10II
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeLever drag
Handle orientationRight
Line capacity monofillbs/yds: 25/215

Conclusion

Daiwa 23 LEXA LT 3000X edges out Shimano Speedmaster Leverdrag II 10IIX with slightly better overall performance, especially on the gear ratio (5.2:1) and the maximum drag (10kg / 22,05lbs). Still, Shimano Speedmaster Leverdrag II 10IIX holds its own with strengths like a durability of 8.63 out of 10 and a line retrieve per crank of 97 centimeter / 38.19 inch, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.