Shimano Speedmaster Leverdrag II 20IIX vs Daiwa 23 LEGALIS LT 2500(U)X
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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 LEGALIS LT
Spinning
64.40 out of 100
Value for money2.5 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability3 out of 10
Ergonomics6.33 out of 10
Gear ratio5.3:1
Maximum drag10kg / 22.05lbs
Weight200g / 7.05oz
Line retireve per crank75 centimeter / 29.53 inch
Ball bearings5
Technical Specifications
- BrandDAIWA
- The main category of the reelSpinning
- Price range~ €70.33
- Is saltwater resistantNo
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size2500(U)
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.2/150
Conclusion
Shimano Speedmaster Leverdrag II 20IIX clearly outshines Daiwa 23 LEGALIS LT 2500(U)X, offering significantly better performance in durability (9.5 out of 10) and total score (8.53 out of 10). While Daiwa 23 LEGALIS LT 2500(U)X may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano Speedmaster Leverdrag II 20IIX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.
What's the difference between Shimano Speedmaster Leverdrag II and Daiwa 23 LEGALIS LT?
Shimano Speedmaster Leverdrag II 20IIX
- Ready for saltwater, great for any multireels adventure.
Daiwa 23 LEGALIS LT 2500(U)X
- With a score like 8.67 out of 10 (200g / 7,05oz), the reel feels light in the hand.. ideal for active techniques like twitching, jigging, or topwater.
- When it comes to retrieve speed, a score of 5.71 out of 10 (75 centimeter / 29.53 inch) means slower line pickup, great when you need more control for slower fishing styles
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