Daiwa 23 NINJA LT LT2500X vs Shimano Speedmaster Leverdrag II 12IIX
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Daiwa 23 NINJA LT
Spinning
62.60 out of 100
Value for money3 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability2.99 out of 10
Ergonomics6.23 out of 10
Gear ratio5.3:1
Maximum drag10kg / 22.05lbs
Weight230g / 8.11oz
Line retireve per crank75 centimeter / 29.53 inch
Ball bearings4
Technical Specifications
- BrandDAIWA
- The main category of the reelSpinning
- Price range~ €49.33
- Is saltwater resistantNo
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel sizeLT2500
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.2/150

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 LT2500X, 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 LT2500X 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 and Shimano Speedmaster Leverdrag II?
Daiwa 23 NINJA LT LT2500X
- The reel brings in line quickly with its 8.2 out of 10 (5.3:1) rating, making it a great fit for power fishing
- With a score like 8.47 out of 10 (230g / 8,11oz), the reel feels light in the hand.. ideal for active techniques like twitching, jigging, or topwater.
Shimano Speedmaster Leverdrag II 12IIX
- Ready for saltwater, great for any multireels adventure.
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