Daiwa 24 LUVIAS LT 3000DX vs Shimano Beastmaster 12000 MD

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Daiwa 24 LUVIAS LT, 3000D, left and right hand, Spinning fishing reel, Front Drag, 10214-301
Daiwa 24 LUVIAS LT
Spinning
88.50 out of 100
Value for money4.5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability5.52 out of 10
Ergonomics6.42 out of 10
Gear ratio5.2:1
Maximum drag10kg / 22.05lbs
Weight175g / 6.17oz
Line retireve per crank77 centimeter / 30.32 inch
Ball bearings9

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDAIWA
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €329.33
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size3000D
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.33/150
Shimano Beastmaster 12000 MD, right hand, Deep Sea Electric Fishing Reel, Star Drag, BMMD12000
Shimano Beastmaster 12000 MD
Seafishing
75.70 out of 100
Value for money3 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics3.4 out of 10
Gear ratio2.4:1
Maximum drag43kg / 94.8lbs
Weight2300g / 81.13oz
Line retireve per crank53 centimeter / 20.87 inch
Ball bearings20

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelSeafishing
  • Price range~ €1,245.33
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size-
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeStar drag
  • Handle orientationRight
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.4/1660

Conclusion

Daiwa 24 LUVIAS LT 3000DX edges out Shimano Beastmaster 12000 MD with slightly better overall performance, especially on the gear ratio (5.2:1) and the weight (175g / 6,17oz). Still, Shimano Beastmaster 12000 MD holds its own with strengths like a durability of 9.5 out of 10 and a maximum drag of 43kg / 94,8lbs, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.

What's the difference between Daiwa 24 LUVIAS LT and Shimano Beastmaster 12000 MD?

Daiwa 24 LUVIAS LT 3000DX

  • 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 8.83 out of 10 (175g / 6,17oz), the reel feels light in the hand.. ideal for active techniques like twitching, jigging, or topwater.
  • 6 out of 10 (77 centimeter / 30.32 inch) in line retrieve, means the reel delivers a steady and reliable retrieve which is ideal for most everyday techniques

Shimano Beastmaster 12000 MD

  • Built tough for the salt, ideal for seafishing.