Shimano Forcemaster 9000 A vs Daiwa 23 LEOBRITZ 300 JL

Shimano Forcemaster 9000 A, 9000, right hand, Multi Fishing Reel, Star Drag, FM9000A
Shimano Forcemaster 9000 A
Multireels
79.60 out of 100
Value for money3 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability5.89 out of 10
Ergonomics3.8 out of 10
Gear ratio3.1:1
Maximum drag25kg / 55.12lbs
Weight1520g / 53.62oz
Line retireve per crank88 centimeter / 34.65 inch
Ball bearings3

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelMultireels
  • Price range~ €849.33
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size9000
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeStar drag
  • Handle orientationRight
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.47/900
Daiwa 23 LEOBRITZ 300 JL, left hand, Multi Fishing Reel, Star Drag, 10806-300
Daiwa 23 LEOBRITZ 300 JL
Multireels
95.00 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics5.9 out of 10
Gear ratio5.1:1
Maximum drag13kg / 28.66lbs
Weight540g / 19.05oz
Line retireve per crank70 centimeter / 27.56 inch
Ball bearings8

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDAIWA
  • The main category of the reelMultireels
  • Price range~ €699.33
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size-
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeStar drag
  • Handle orientationLeft
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.24/400

Conclusion

Daiwa 23 LEOBRITZ 300 JL edges out Shimano Forcemaster 9000 A with slightly better overall performance, especially on the gear ratio (5.1:1) and the ball bearings (8). Still, Shimano Forcemaster 9000 A holds its own with strengths like a line retrieve per crank of 88 centimeter / 34.65 inch and a maximum drag of 25kg / 55,12lbs, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.

What's the difference between Shimano Forcemaster 9000 A and Daiwa 23 LEOBRITZ 300 JL?

Daiwa 23 LEOBRITZ 300 JL

  • Higher gear ratio of 5.1:1 (scoring 9.2 out of 10), provides more speed meaning a better solution when quick retrieves really count
  • Scoring 8.2 out of 10 (540g / 19,05oz), this reel is impressively light for a multireel
  • With a high retrieve rate of 9 out of 10 (8), this reel is built for quick line recovery
  • Ready for saltwater, great for any multireels adventure.