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

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

Daiwa QR 750 / QC 750

Spinning

47.70 out of 100

Value for money3.5 out of 5

Quality classLow

Durability2.71 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 bearings3

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €32.33
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel sizeQR 750
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.16/100

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 QR 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 QR 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 QR 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
Ready for saltwater, great for any multireels adventure.