Daiwa 23 NINJA LT 2000 / JB4 0.13MM YELOW 2000X vs Shimano Speedmaster Leverdrag II 8IIX

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Daiwa 23 NINJA LT 2000 / JB4 0.13MM YELOW, 2000, left and right hand, Spinning fishing reel, bespult, Front Drag, 10006-200
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, 8II, right hand, Multi Fishing Reel, Lever Drag, SPM8II
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

Shimano Speedmaster Leverdrag II 8IIX edges out Daiwa 23 NINJA LT 2000 / JB4 0.13MM YELOW 2000X with slightly better overall performance, especially on the durability (8.61 out of 10) and the line retrieve per crank (97 centimeter / 38.19 inch). Still, Daiwa 23 NINJA LT 2000 / JB4 0.13MM YELOW 2000X holds its own with strengths like a gear ratio of 5.2:1 and a ball bearings of 4, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.

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

Shimano Speedmaster Leverdrag II 8IIX

  • With a high retrieve rate of 9.13 out of 10 (97 centimeter / 38.19 inch), this reel is built for quick line recovery
  • Ready for saltwater, great for any multireels adventure.