Shimano Speedmaster Leverdrag II 20IIX vs Daiwa 23 EXCELER LT 4000D-CX

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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 23 EXCELER LT, 4000D-C, left and right hand, Spinning Reel, Front Drag, 10336-401
Daiwa 23 EXCELER LT
Spinning
65.80 out of 100
Value for money2.5 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability3 out of 10
Ergonomics6.25 out of 10
Gear ratio5.2:1
Maximum drag12kg / 26.46lbs
Weight225g / 7.94oz
Line retireve per crank82 centimeter / 32.28 inch
Ball bearings5

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDAIWA
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €79.33
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size4000D-C
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.37/150

Conclusion

Shimano Speedmaster Leverdrag II 20IIX edges out Daiwa 23 EXCELER LT 4000D-CX with slightly better overall performance, especially on the durability (9.5 out of 10) and the total score (8.53 out of 10). Still, Daiwa 23 EXCELER LT 4000D-CX holds its own with strengths like a line retrieve per crank of 82 centimeter / 32.28 inch and a weight of 225g / 7,94oz, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.

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

Shimano Speedmaster Leverdrag II 20IIX

  • Ready for saltwater, great for any multireels adventure.

Daiwa 23 EXCELER LT 4000D-CX

  • With a score like 8.5 out of 10 (225g / 7,94oz), the reel feels light in the hand.. ideal for active techniques like twitching, jigging, or topwater.
  • 6.71 out of 10 (82 centimeter / 32.28 inch) in line retrieve, means the reel delivers a steady and reliable retrieve which is ideal for most everyday techniques