Shimano Speedmaster Leverdrag II 12IIX vs Shimano Sedona 8000 FI

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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
Shimano Sedona 8000 FI, Spinning reel with front drag
Shimano Sedona 8000 FI
Spinning
53.90 out of 100
Value for money2.5 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability3 out of 10
Ergonomics4 out of 10
Gear ratio4.9:1
Maximum drag11kg / 24.25lbs
Weight615g / 21.69oz
Line retireve per crank94cm / 37.00 inch
Ball bearings3 S SUS + 1 Rollerbearing

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €75.33
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size8000
  • Handle typeHandle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/m: 0.37/275. 0.405/230, 0.47/160 lb/yds: 12/345, 16/250, 20/185

Conclusion

Shimano Speedmaster Leverdrag II 12IIX clearly outshines Shimano Sedona 8000 FI, offering significantly better performance in durability (9.5 out of 10) and total score (8.27 out of 10). While Shimano Sedona 8000 FI may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano Speedmaster Leverdrag II 12IIX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Shimano Speedmaster Leverdrag II and Shimano Sedona 8000 FI?

Shimano Speedmaster Leverdrag II 12IIX

  • Ready for saltwater, great for any multireels adventure.

Shimano Sedona 8000 FI

  • The 5.67 out of 10 (4.9:1) gear ratio gives you the power you need to handle heavy lures and strong large fish out of cover