Shimano Speedmaster Leverdrag II 8IIX vs Daiwa 23 NINJA LT 2000 / JB4 0.13MM YELOW 2000X

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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 23 NINJA LT 2000 / JB4 0.13MM YELOW

Spinning

2000x

55.00 out of 100

Value for money2.5 out of 5

Quality classLow

Durability3 out of 10

Ergonomics6.3 out of 10

Gear ratio5.2:1

Maximum drag5kg / 11.02lbs

Weight210g / 7.41oz

Line retireve per crank68 centimeter / 26.77 inch

Ball bearings4

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €57.33
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size2000
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.16/150

Conclusion

Shimano Speedmaster Leverdrag II 8IIX edges out Daiwa 23 NINJA LT 2000 / JB4 0.13MM YELOW 2000X with slightly better overall performance, especially on the durability (8.61 out of 10) and the line retrieve per crank (97 centimeter / 38.19 inch). Still, Daiwa 23 NINJA LT 2000 / JB4 0.13MM YELOW 2000X holds its own with strengths like a gear ratio of 5.2:1 and a ball bearings of 4, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.

What's the difference between Shimano Speedmaster Leverdrag II and Daiwa 23 NINJA LT 2000 / JB4 0.13MM YELOW?

Shimano Speedmaster Leverdrag II 8IIX

With a high retrieve rate of 9.13 out of 10 (97 centimeter / 38.19 inch), this reel is built for quick line recovery
Ready for saltwater, great for any multireels adventure.