Shimano Speedmaster Leverdrag II 16IIX vs Daiwa 23 EXCELER LT 2000DX
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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
Weight750g / 26.46oz
Line retireve per crank106 centimeter / 41.73 inch
Ball bearings4
Technical Specifications
- BrandSHIMANO
- The main category of the reelMultireels
- Price range~ €219.33
- Is saltwater resistantYes
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size16II
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeLever drag
- Handle orientationRight
- Line capacity monofillbs/yds: 20/440

Daiwa 23 EXCELER LT
Spinning
56.80 out of 100
Value for money2.5 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability3 out of 10
Ergonomics6.4 out of 10
Gear ratio5.2:1
Maximum drag5kg / 11.02lbs
Weight180g / 6.35oz
Line retireve per crank68 centimeter / 26.77 inch
Ball bearings5
Technical Specifications
- BrandDAIWA
- The main category of the reelSpinning
- Price range~ €74.33
- Is saltwater resistantNo
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size2000D
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.23/150
Conclusion
Shimano Speedmaster Leverdrag II 16IIX clearly outshines Daiwa 23 EXCELER LT 2000DX, offering significantly better performance in durability (9.5 out of 10) and line retrieve per crank (106 centimeter / 41.73 inch). While Daiwa 23 EXCELER LT 2000DX may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano Speedmaster Leverdrag II 16IIX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.
What's the difference between Shimano Speedmaster Leverdrag II and Daiwa 23 EXCELER LT?
Shimano Speedmaster Leverdrag II 16IIX
- With a high retrieve rate of 9.73 out of 10 (106 centimeter / 41.73 inch), this reel is built for quick line recovery
- Ready for saltwater, great for any multireels adventure.
Daiwa 23 EXCELER LT 2000DX
- The reel brings in line quickly with its 8 out of 10 (5.2:1) rating, making it a great fit for power fishing
- With a score like 8.8 out of 10 (180g / 6,35oz), the reel feels light in the hand.. ideal for active techniques like twitching, jigging, or topwater.
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