Shimano Speedmaster Leverdrag II 10IIX vs Delphin QUEEN MonoDRAG 2000X

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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
Delphin QUEEN MonoDRAG, 2000, left and right hand, Spinning fishing reel, Front Drag, 101001211
Delphin QUEEN MonoDRAG
Spinning
48.70 out of 100
Value for money3.5 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability2.67 out of 10
Ergonomics6.17 out of 10
Gear ratio5.1:1
Maximum drag0lbs
Weight250g / 8.82oz
Line retireve per crank0 inch
Ball bearings5+1

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDELPHIN
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €29.95
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size2000
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.14/200

Conclusion

Shimano Speedmaster Leverdrag II 10IIX clearly outshines Delphin QUEEN MonoDRAG 2000X, offering significantly better performance in line retrieve per crank (97 centimeter / 38.19 inch) and durability (8.63 out of 10). While Delphin QUEEN MonoDRAG 2000X may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano Speedmaster Leverdrag II 10IIX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Shimano Speedmaster Leverdrag II and Delphin QUEEN MonoDRAG?

Shimano Speedmaster Leverdrag II 10IIX

  • At a maximum drag of 8kg / 17,64lbs (scoring 5 out of 10), the reel has a modest drag setup which is enough for smaller fish or relaxed situations where finesse matters more
  • 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.

Delphin QUEEN MonoDRAG 2000X

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