Daiwa QR 750 / QC 750 QC 750X vs Shimano Speedmaster Leverdrag II 16IIX

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Daiwa QR 750 / QC 750, QC 750, Spinning Angelrolle, Frontbremse, 10431-175
Daiwa QR 750 / QC 750
Spinning
43.90 out of 100
Value for money3.5 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability2.54 out of 10
Ergonomics6.42 out of 10
Gear ratio5.1:1
Maximum drag3kg / 6.61lbs
Weight175g / 6.17oz
Line retireve per crank58 centimeter / 22.83 inch
Ball bearings1

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDAIWA
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €22.33
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel sizeQC 750
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.16/100
Shimano Speedmaster Leverdrag II, 16II, right hand, Multi Fishing Reel, Lever Drag, SPM16II
Shimano Speedmaster Leverdrag II
Multireels
82.70 out of 100
Value for money4.5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics3.4 out of 10
Gear ratio5.7:1/3.1:1
Maximum drag18kg / 39.68lbs
Weight750g / 26.46oz
Line retireve per crank106 centimeter / 41.73 inch
Ball bearings4

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelMultireels
  • Price range~ €219.33
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size16II
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeLever drag
  • Handle orientationRight
  • Line capacity monofillbs/yds: 20/440

Conclusion

Shimano Speedmaster Leverdrag II 16IIX clearly outshines Daiwa QR 750 / QC 750 QC 750X, offering significantly better performance in durability (9.5 out of 10) and line retrieve per crank (106 centimeter / 41.73 inch). While Daiwa QR 750 / QC 750 QC 750X may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano Speedmaster Leverdrag II 16IIX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Daiwa QR 750 / QC 750 and Shimano Speedmaster Leverdrag II?

Daiwa QR 750 / QC 750 QC 750X

  • Thanks to its 7 out of 10 (5.1:1) gear ratio, the reel offers a strong balance between torque and quick retrieval
  • 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.

Shimano Speedmaster Leverdrag II 16IIX

  • With a high retrieve rate of 9.73 out of 10 (106 centimeter / 41.73 inch), this reel is built for quick line recovery
  • With premium bearings scoring 5 out of 10 (4), this reel delivers buttery smooth operation even with load
  • Ready for saltwater, great for any multireels adventure.