Daiwa Lexa E LT 19 3000X vs Shimano Speedmaster Leverdrag II 8IIX

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Daiwa Lexa E LT 19

Spinning

3000x

86.50 out of 100

Value for money4.5 out of 5

Quality classGood

Durability8.5 out of 10

Ergonomics6.13 out of 10

Gear ratio5.2:1

Maximum drag10kg / 22.05lbs

Weight260g / 9.17oz

Line retireve per crank77 centimeter / 30.31 inch

Ball bearings5

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €129.00
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel size3000
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.23/150

Shimano Speedmaster Leverdrag II

Multireels

67.00 out of 100

Value for money4 out of 5

Quality classGood

Durability8.61 out of 10

Ergonomics5.53 out of 10

Gear ratio6.2:1/4.1:1

Maximum drag8kg / 17.64lbs

Weight525g / 18.52oz

Line retireve per crank97 centimeter / 38.19 inch

Ball bearings4

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelMultireels
Price range~ €183.33
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel size8II
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeLever drag
Handle orientationRight
Line capacity monofillbs/yds: 20/200

Conclusion

Daiwa Lexa E LT 19 3000X edges out Shimano Speedmaster Leverdrag II 8IIX with slightly better overall performance, especially on the gear ratio (5.2:1) and the maximum drag (10kg / 22,05lbs). Still, Shimano Speedmaster Leverdrag II 8IIX holds its own with strengths like a line retrieve per crank of 97 centimeter / 38.19 inch and a durability of 8.61 out of 10, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.