Shimano Speedmaster Leverdrag II 8IIX vs Daiwa 20 Airity LT 2500-DX

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Shimano Speedmaster Leverdrag II, 8II, right hand, Multi Fishing Reel, Lever Drag, SPM8II
Shimano Speedmaster Leverdrag II
Multireels
67.00 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classGood
Durability8.61 out of 10
Ergonomics5.53 out of 10
Gear ratio6.2:1/4.1:1
Maximum drag8kg / 17.64lbs
Weight525g / 18.52oz
Line retireve per crank97 centimeter / 38.19 inch
Ball bearings4

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelMultireels
  • Price range~ €183.33
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size8II
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeLever drag
  • Handle orientationRight
  • Line capacity monofillbs/yds: 20/200
Daiwa 20 Airity LT, 2500-D, left and right hand, Spinning Fishing Reel, Front Drag, 10115-250
Daiwa 20 Airity LT
Spinning
95.00 out of 100
Value for money5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability5.5 out of 10
Ergonomics6.38 out of 10
Gear ratio5.2:1
Maximum drag10kg / 22.05lbs
Weight185g / 6.53oz
Line retireve per crank73 centimeter / 28.74 inch
Ball bearings8

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDAIWA
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €261.70
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size2500-D
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.28/150

Conclusion

Daiwa 20 Airity LT 2500-DX clearly outshines Shimano Speedmaster Leverdrag II 8IIX, offering significantly better performance in gear ratio (5.2:1) and ball bearings (8). While Shimano Speedmaster Leverdrag II 8IIX may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa 20 Airity LT 2500-DX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Shimano Speedmaster Leverdrag II and Daiwa 20 Airity LT?

Shimano Speedmaster Leverdrag II 8IIX

  • Ready for saltwater, great for any multireels adventure.

Daiwa 20 Airity LT 2500-DX

  • The reel brings in line quickly with its 8 out of 10 (5.2:1) rating, making it a great fit for power fishing