Shimano Speedmaster Leverdrag II 8IIX vs Daiwa 24 SALTIGA L

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 24 SALTIGA L, 15, left hand, Slow-Jigging Fishing Reel, Star Drag, 10808-015
Daiwa 24 SALTIGA L
Multireels
92.00 out of 100
Value for money4.5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics5.99 out of 10
Gear ratio6.3:1
Maximum drag10kg / 22.05lbs
Weight485g / 17108oz
Line retireve per crank103 centimeter / 40551 inch
Ball bearings8

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDAIWA
  • The main category of the reelMultireels
  • Price range~ €499.33
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size15
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeStar drag
  • Handle orientationLeft
  • Line capacity monofil-

Conclusion

Daiwa 24 SALTIGA L clearly outshines Shimano Speedmaster Leverdrag II 8IIX, offering significantly better performance in ball bearings (8) and total score (9.2 out of 10). While Shimano Speedmaster Leverdrag II 8IIX may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa 24 SALTIGA L is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Shimano Speedmaster Leverdrag II and Daiwa 24 SALTIGA L?

There are not much differences between the two comparables