Daiwa Ninja LT 2500DX vs Shimano Speedmaster Leverdrag II 20IIX
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Daiwa Ninja LT
Spinning
63.20 out of 100
Value for money3.5 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability2.87 out of 10
Ergonomics6.27 out of 10
Gear ratio5.3:1
Maximum drag12kg / 26.46lbs
Weight220g / 7.76oz
Line retireve per crank75 centimeter / 29.53 inch
Ball bearings4
Technical Specifications
- BrandDAIWA
- The main category of the reelSpinning
- Price range~ €42.00
- Is saltwater resistantNo
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size2500D
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.28/150

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 Ninja LT 2500DX, offering significantly better performance in durability (9.5 out of 10) and total score (8.53 out of 10). While Daiwa Ninja LT 2500DX 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.
What's the difference between Daiwa Ninja LT and Shimano Speedmaster Leverdrag II?
Daiwa Ninja LT 2500DX
- With a score like 8.53 out of 10 (220g / 7,76oz), the reel feels light in the hand.. ideal for active techniques like twitching, jigging, or topwater.
- When it comes to retrieve speed, a score of 5.71 out of 10 (75 centimeter / 29.53 inch) means slower line pickup, great when you need more control for slower fishing styles
Shimano Speedmaster Leverdrag II 20IIX
- Ready for saltwater, great for any multireels adventure.
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