Shimano Speedmaster Leverdrag II 10IIX vs Daiwa 20 Airity LT 2000DX

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Shimano Speedmaster Leverdrag II, 10II, right hand, Multi Fishing Reel, Lever Drag, SPM10II
Shimano Speedmaster Leverdrag II
Multireels
66.90 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classGood
Durability8.63 out of 10
Ergonomics5.5 out of 10
Gear ratio6.2:1/4.1:1
Maximum drag8kg / 17.64lbs
Weight540g / 19.05oz
Line retireve per crank97 centimeter / 38.19 inch
Ball bearings4

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelMultireels
  • Price range~ €189.33
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size10II
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeLever drag
  • Handle orientationRight
  • Line capacity monofillbs/yds: 25/215
Daiwa 20 Airity LT, 2000D, left and right hand, Spinning Fishing Reel, Front Drag, 10115-200
Daiwa 20 Airity LT
Spinning
91.80 out of 100
Value for money5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability5.5 out of 10
Ergonomics6.47 out of 10
Gear ratio5.1:1
Maximum drag5kg / 11.02lbs
Weight160g / 5.64oz
Line retireve per crank67 centimeter / 26.38 inch
Ball bearings8

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDAIWA
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €250.60
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size2000D
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.23/150

Conclusion

Daiwa 20 Airity LT 2000DX clearly outshines Shimano Speedmaster Leverdrag II 10IIX, offering significantly better performance in gear ratio (5.1:1) and ball bearings (8). While Shimano Speedmaster Leverdrag II 10IIX may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa 20 Airity LT 2000DX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Shimano Speedmaster Leverdrag II and Daiwa 20 Airity LT?

Shimano Speedmaster Leverdrag II 10IIX

  • With a high retrieve rate of 9.13 out of 10 (97 centimeter / 38.19 inch), this reel is built for quick line recovery
  • Ready for saltwater, great for any multireels adventure.

Daiwa 20 Airity LT 2000DX

  • Thanks to its 7 out of 10 (5.1:1) gear ratio, the reel offers a strong balance between torque and quick retrieval