Shimano Speedmaster Leverdrag II 20IIX vs Daiwa 20 Airity LT 2500X-HX

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Shimano Speedmaster Leverdrag II, 20II, right hand, Multi Fishing Reel, Lever Drag, SPM20II
Shimano Speedmaster Leverdrag II
Multireels
85.30 out of 100
Value for money4.5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics3.4 out of 10
Gear ratio5.2:1/2.3:1
Maximum drag20kg / 44.09lbs
Weight980g / 34.57oz
Line retireve per crank118 centimeter / 46.46 inch
Ball bearings4

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelMultireels
  • Price range~ €264.33
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size20II
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeLever drag
  • Handle orientationRight
  • Line capacity monofillbs/yds: 30/470
Daiwa 20 Airity LT, 2500X-H, left and right hand, Spinning Fishing Reel, Front Drag, 10115-255
Daiwa 20 Airity LT
Spinning
95.00 out of 100
Value for money5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability5.5 out of 10
Ergonomics6.38 out of 10
Gear ratio6.2:1
Maximum drag10kg / 22.05lbs
Weight185g / 6.53oz
Line retireve per crank87 centimeter / 34.25 inch
Ball bearings8

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDAIWA
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €261.70
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size2500X-H
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.2/150

Conclusion

Both Shimano Speedmaster Leverdrag II 20IIX and Daiwa 20 Airity LT 2500X-HX perform at a similar level overall, so the better choice depends on what matters more to you, Shimano Speedmaster Leverdrag II 20IIX offers a durability of 9.5 out of 10, while Daiwa 20 Airity LT 2500X-HX stands out for a line retrieve per crank of 87 centimeter / 34.25 inch. Your decision should be guided by your fishing style and target species.

What's the difference between Shimano Speedmaster Leverdrag II and Daiwa 20 Airity LT?

Shimano Speedmaster Leverdrag II 20IIX

  • Ready for saltwater, great for any multireels adventure.

Daiwa 20 Airity LT 2500X-HX

  • With a score like 8.77 out of 10 (185g / 6,53oz), the reel feels light in the hand.. ideal for active techniques like twitching, jigging, or topwater.
  • 8.2 out of 10 (87 centimeter / 34.25 inch) in line retrieve, means it picks up line fast, very handy when chasing quick fish