Daiwa 23 LEXA LT 5000-CX vs Shimano Speedmaster Leverdrag II 8IIX

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

Daiwa 23 LEXA LT

Spinning

84.40 out of 100

Value for money4.5 out of 5

Quality classGood

Durability4.56 out of 10

Ergonomics6.07 out of 10

Gear ratio5.2:1

Maximum drag12kg / 26.46lbs

Weight280g / 9.88oz

Line retireve per crank87 centimeter / 34.25 inch

Ball bearings5

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €168.33
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size5000-C
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.37/150

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 LEXA LT 5000-CX edges out Shimano Speedmaster Leverdrag II 8IIX with slightly better overall performance, especially on the gear ratio (5.2:1) and the maximum drag (12kg / 26,46lbs). Still, Shimano Speedmaster Leverdrag II 8IIX holds its own with strengths like a durability of 8.61 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.