Daiwa 23 NINJA LT 2000 / JB4 0.13MM YELOW 2000X vs Shimano Speedmaster Leverdrag II 12IIX

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

Daiwa 23 NINJA LT 2000 / JB4 0.13MM YELOW

Spinning

2000x

55.00 out of 100

Value for money2.5 out of 5

Quality classLow

Durability3 out of 10

Ergonomics6.3 out of 10

Gear ratio5.2:1

Maximum drag5kg / 11.02lbs

Weight210g / 7.41oz

Line retireve per crank68 centimeter / 26.77 inch

Ball bearings4

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €57.33
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size2000
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.16/150

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 NINJA LT 2000 / JB4 0.13MM YELOW 2000X, offering significantly better performance in durability (9.5 out of 10) and line retrieve per crank (106 centimeter / 41.73 inch). While Daiwa 23 NINJA LT 2000 / JB4 0.13MM YELOW 2000X 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 NINJA LT 2000 / JB4 0.13MM YELOW and Shimano Speedmaster Leverdrag II?

Daiwa 23 NINJA LT 2000 / JB4 0.13MM YELOW 2000X

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 8.6 out of 10 (210g / 7,41oz), 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.