Daiwa Regal LT 2000 DX vs Shimano Speedmaster Leverdrag II 12IIX
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Daiwa Regal LT
Spinning
46.70 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 crank68 centimeter / 26.77 inch
Ball bearings9
Technical Specifications
- BrandDAIWA
- The main category of the reelSpinning
- Price range~ €52.00
- Is saltwater resistantNo
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size2000 D
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.23/150

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
Weight730g / 25.75oz
Line retireve per crank106 centimeter / 41.73 inch
Ball bearings4
Technical Specifications
- BrandSHIMANO
- The main category of the reelMultireels
- Price range~ €205.33
- Is saltwater resistantYes
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size12II
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeLever drag
- Handle orientationRight
- Line capacity monofillbs/yds: 20/350
Conclusion
Shimano Speedmaster Leverdrag II 12IIX clearly outshines Daiwa Regal LT 2000 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 2000 DX may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano Speedmaster Leverdrag II 12IIX 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 2000 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 12IIX
- 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.
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