Daiwa Regal LT 1000 DX vs Shimano Speedmaster Leverdrag II 16IIX

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Daiwa Regal LT

Spinning

46.40 out of 100

Value for money2.5 out of 5

Quality classLow

Durability3 out of 10

Ergonomics6.37 out of 10

Gear ratio5.2:1

Maximum drag5kg / 11.02lbs

Weight190g / 6.7oz

Line retireve per crank64 centimeter / 25.2 inch

Ball bearings9

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €51.20
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size1000 D
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.2/150

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 Regal LT 1000 DX, offering significantly better performance in durability (9.5 out of 10) and line retrieve per crank (106 centimeter / 41.73 inch). While Daiwa Regal LT 1000 DX 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 Regal LT and Shimano Speedmaster Leverdrag II?

Daiwa Regal LT 1000 DX

The reel brings in line quickly with its 8 out of 10 (5.2:1) rating, making it a great fit for power fishing
With a score like 8.73 out of 10 (190g / 6,7oz), 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.