Shimano Speedmaster Leverdrag II 25IIX vs Daiwa 23 MATCHMAN 4000X

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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 MATCHMAN, 4000, left and right hand, Spinning Fishing Reel, Front Drag, 10113-400
Daiwa 23 MATCHMAN
Spinning
52.30 out of 100
Value for money3 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability2.99 out of 10
Ergonomics4 out of 10
Gear ratio5.3:1
Maximum drag6kg / 13.23lbs
Weight435g / 15.34oz
Line retireve per crank95 centimeter / 37.4 inch
Ball bearings3

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDAIWA
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €49.33
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size4000
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.33/250

Conclusion

Shimano Speedmaster Leverdrag II 25IIX clearly outshines Daiwa 23 MATCHMAN 4000X, offering significantly better performance in durability (9.5 out of 10) and total score (8.53 out of 10). While Daiwa 23 MATCHMAN 4000X may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano Speedmaster Leverdrag II 25IIX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

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

Shimano Speedmaster Leverdrag II 25IIX

  • Ready for saltwater, great for any multireels adventure.

Daiwa 23 MATCHMAN 4000X

  • A high retrieve rate of 9 out of 10 (95 centimeter / 37.4 inch), means the reel is made just for speed, perfect for speed fishing or covering water quickly