Daiwa 23 NINJA LT LT6000X vs Shimano Speedmaster Leverdrag II 20IIX

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

Daiwa 23 NINJA LT

Spinning

55.90 out of 100

Value for money2.5 out of 5

Quality classLow

Durability3 out of 10

Ergonomics4 out of 10

Gear ratio5.1:1

Maximum drag12kg / 26.46lbs

Weight365g / 12.88oz

Line retireve per crank92 centimeter / 36.22 inch

Ball bearings4

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €59.33
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel sizeLT6000
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.4/150

Shimano Speedmaster Leverdrag II

Multireels

85.30 out of 100

Value for money4.5 out of 5

Quality classExcellent

Durability9.5 out of 10

Ergonomics3.4 out of 10

Gear ratio5.2:1/2.3:1

Maximum drag20kg / 44.09lbs

Weight980g / 34.57oz

Line retireve per crank118 centimeter / 46.46 inch

Ball bearings4

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelMultireels
Price range~ €264.33
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel size20II
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeLever drag
Handle orientationRight
Line capacity monofillbs/yds: 30/470

Conclusion

Shimano Speedmaster Leverdrag II 20IIX clearly outshines Daiwa 23 NINJA LT LT6000X, offering significantly better performance in durability (9.5 out of 10) and total score (8.53 out of 10). While Daiwa 23 NINJA LT LT6000X may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano Speedmaster Leverdrag II 20IIX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.