Shimano Speedmaster Leverdrag II 20IIX vs Daiwa 24 REGAL LT 1000D-XH 1000D-XHX

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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 24 REGAL LT 1000D-XH

Spinning

1000d-xhx

64.10 out of 100

Value for money2.5 out of 5

Quality classLow

Durability3 out of 10

Ergonomics6.4 out of 10

Gear ratio6.2:1

Maximum drag5kg / 11.02lbs

Weight180g / 6.35oz

Line retireve per crank77 centimeter / 30.32 inch

Ball bearings6

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €71.33
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size1000D-XH
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 24 REGAL LT 1000D-XH 1000D-XHX, offering significantly better performance in durability (9.5 out of 10) and maximum drag (20kg / 44,09lbs). While Daiwa 24 REGAL LT 1000D-XH 1000D-XHX 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 24 REGAL LT 1000D-XH?

Shimano Speedmaster Leverdrag II 20IIX

Ready for saltwater, great for any multireels adventure.

Daiwa 24 REGAL LT 1000D-XH 1000D-XHX

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.
6 out of 10 (77 centimeter / 30.32 inch) in line retrieve, means the reel delivers a steady and reliable retrieve which is ideal for most everyday techniques