Shimano Speedmaster Leverdrag II 12IIX vs Daiwa 23 FUEGO LT 6000DX

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Shimano Speedmaster Leverdrag II, 12II, right hand, Multi Fishing Reel, Lever Drag, SPM12II
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
Daiwa 23 FUEGO LT, 6000D, left and right hand, Spinning Fishing Reel, Front Drag, 10333-605
Daiwa 23 FUEGO LT
Spinning
70.00 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classMedium
Durability7.74 out of 10
Ergonomics4 out of 10
Gear ratio5.1:1
Maximum drag12kg / 26.46lbs
Weight315g / 11.11oz
Line retireve per crank92 centimeter / 36.22 inch
Ball bearings6

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDAIWA
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €99.33
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size6000D
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.43/150

Conclusion

Shimano Speedmaster Leverdrag II 12IIX edges out Daiwa 23 FUEGO LT 6000DX with slightly better overall performance, especially on the durability (9.5 out of 10) and the total score (8.27 out of 10). Still, Daiwa 23 FUEGO LT 6000DX holds its own with strengths like a gear ratio of 5.1:1 and a ball bearings of 6, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.

What's the difference between Shimano Speedmaster Leverdrag II and Daiwa 23 FUEGO LT?

Daiwa 23 FUEGO LT 6000DX

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