Shimano Speedmaster Leverdrag II 25IIX vs Daiwa 23 FUEGO LT 6000DX

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Shimano Speedmaster Leverdrag II, 25II, right hand, Multi Fishing Reel, Lever Drag, SPM25II
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
Weight1025g / 36.16oz
Line retireve per crank118 centimeter / 46.46 inch
Ball bearings4

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelMultireels
  • Price range~ €295.33
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size25II
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeLever drag
  • Handle orientationRight
  • Line capacity monofillbs/yds: 30/550
Daiwa 23 FUEGO LT, 6000D, left and right hand, Spinning Fishing Reel, Front Drag, 10333-605
Daiwa 23 FUEGO LT
Spinning
70.00 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classMedium
Durability7.74 out of 10
Ergonomics4 out of 10
Gear ratio5.1:1
Maximum drag12kg / 26.46lbs
Weight315g / 11.11oz
Line retireve per crank92 centimeter / 36.22 inch
Ball bearings6

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDAIWA
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €99.33
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size6000D
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.43/150

Conclusion

Shimano Speedmaster Leverdrag II 25IIX edges out Daiwa 23 FUEGO LT 6000DX with slightly better overall performance, especially on the gear ratio (5.2:1/2.3:1) and the durability (9.5 out of 10). Still, Daiwa 23 FUEGO LT 6000DX holds its own with strengths like a line retrieve per crank of 92 centimeter / 36.22 inch and a ball bearings of 6, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.

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

Daiwa 23 FUEGO LT 6000DX

  • 8.7 out of 10 (92 centimeter / 36.22 inch) in line retrieve, means it picks up line fast, very handy when chasing quick fish