Shimano Speedmaster Leverdrag II 10IIX vs Shimano Ocea Jigger 4000 HGX

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
Shimano Ocea Jigger, 4000 HG, right hand, Jigging Saltwater Fishing Reel, Star Drag, OCEAJG4000HG
Shimano Ocea Jigger
Multireels
90.40 out of 100
Value for money4.5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics3.8 out of 10
Gear ratio5.1:1
Maximum drag18kg / 39.68lbs
Weight791g / 27.9oz
Line retireve per crank117 centimeter / 46.06 inch
Ball bearings7

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelMultireels
  • Price range~ €509.60
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size4000 HG
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeStar drag
  • Handle orientationRight
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.8/494

Conclusion

Shimano Ocea Jigger 4000 HGX clearly outshines Shimano Speedmaster Leverdrag II 10IIX, offering significantly better performance in gear ratio (5.1:1) and maximum drag (18kg / 39,68lbs). While Shimano Speedmaster Leverdrag II 10IIX may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano Ocea Jigger 4000 HGX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Shimano Speedmaster Leverdrag II and Shimano Ocea Jigger?

Shimano Speedmaster Leverdrag II 10IIX

  • Scoring 8.2 out of 10 (540g / 19,05oz), this reel is impressively light for a multireel
  • With a high retrieve rate of 9.13 out of 10 (97 centimeter / 38.19 inch), this reel is built for quick line recovery

Shimano Ocea Jigger 4000 HGX

  • 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
Shimano Speedmaster Leverdrag II 10IIX vs Shimano Ocea Jigger 4000 HGX - Fishingbenchmark