Daiwa 24 REGAL LT 5000D-C 5000D-CX vs Shimano Speedmaster Leverdrag II 20IIX

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

Daiwa 24 REGAL LT 5000D-C

Spinning

5000d-cx

74.60 out of 100

Value for money4.5 out of 5

Quality classMedium

Durability3.65 out of 10

Ergonomics6.2 out of 10

Gear ratio5.2:1

Maximum drag12kg / 26.46lbs

Weight240g / 8.47oz

Line retireve per crank87 centimeter / 34.25 inch

Ball bearings6

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €81.33
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size5000D-C
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 edges out Daiwa 24 REGAL LT 5000D-C 5000D-CX with slightly better overall performance, especially on the durability (9.5 out of 10) and the gear ratio (5.2:1/2.3:1). Still, Daiwa 24 REGAL LT 5000D-C 5000D-CX holds its own with strengths like a line retrieve per crank of 87 centimeter / 34.25 inch and a weight of 240g / 8,47oz, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.

What's the difference between Daiwa 24 REGAL LT 5000D-C and Shimano Speedmaster Leverdrag II?

Daiwa 24 REGAL LT 5000D-C 5000D-CX

With a score like 8.4 out of 10 (240g / 8,47oz), the reel feels light in the hand.. ideal for active techniques like twitching, jigging, or topwater.
8.2 out of 10 (87 centimeter / 34.25 inch) in line retrieve, means it picks up line fast, very handy when chasing quick fish