Daiwa 24 REGAL LT 5000D-C 5000D-CX vs Shimano Speedmaster Leverdrag II 25IIX

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Daiwa 24 REGAL LT 5000D-C, 5000D-C, left and right hand, Spinning fishing reel, Front Drag, 10116-507
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, 25II, right hand, Multi Fishing Reel, Lever Drag, SPM25II
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
Weight1025g / 36.16oz
Line retireve per crank118 centimeter / 46.46 inch
Ball bearings4

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelMultireels
  • Price range~ €295.33
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size25II
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeLever drag
  • Handle orientationRight
  • Line capacity monofillbs/yds: 30/550

Conclusion

Shimano Speedmaster Leverdrag II 25IIX 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

Shimano Speedmaster Leverdrag II 25IIX

  • Ready for saltwater, great for any multireels adventure.