Shimano Speedmaster Leverdrag II 20IIX vs Shimano Sedona FJ 2500HGFJX

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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
Shimano Sedona FJ, 2500HGFJ, left and right hand, Spinning Fishing Reel, Front Drag, SE2500HGFJ
Shimano Sedona FJ
Spinning
74.70 out of 100
Value for money3.5 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability7 out of 10
Ergonomics6.2 out of 10
Gear ratio6.2:1
Maximum drag9kg / 19.84lbs
Weight240g / 8.47oz
Line retireve per crank91 centimeter / 35.83 inch
Ball bearings3+1

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €52.33
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size2500HGFJ
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.25/160

Conclusion

Shimano Speedmaster Leverdrag II 20IIX edges out Shimano Sedona FJ 2500HGFJX with slightly better overall performance, especially on the durability (9.5 out of 10) and the total score (8.53 out of 10). Still, Shimano Sedona FJ 2500HGFJX holds its own with strengths like a line retrieve per crank of 91 centimeter / 35.83 inch and a weight of 240g / 8,47oz, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.

What's the difference between Shimano Speedmaster Leverdrag II and Shimano Sedona FJ?

Shimano Sedona FJ 2500HGFJX

  • With a score like 8.4 out of 10 (240g / 8,47oz), the reel feels light in the hand.. ideal for active techniques like twitching, jigging, or topwater.
  • 8.6 out of 10 (91 centimeter / 35.83 inch) in line retrieve, means it picks up line fast, very handy when chasing quick fish