Daiwa QR 750 / QC 750 QC 750X vs Shimano Speedmaster Leverdrag II 8IIX

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

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

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

Shimano Speedmaster Leverdrag II 8IIX clearly outshines Daiwa QR 750 / QC 750 QC 750X, offering significantly better performance in durability (8.61 out of 10) and line retrieve per crank (97 centimeter / 38.19 inch). While Daiwa QR 750 / QC 750 QC 750X may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano Speedmaster Leverdrag II 8IIX 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

Shimano Speedmaster Leverdrag II 8IIX

With a high retrieve rate of 9.13 out of 10 (97 centimeter / 38.19 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.