Shimano TALICA II A 20IIAX vs Daiwa Sweepfire E 3000C - Spinning reel with front drag

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Shimano TALICA II A, 20IIA, right hand, Multiplier fishing reel, Lever Drag, TAC20IIA
Shimano TALICA II A
Multireels
20iiax
69.20 out of 100
Value for money3.5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics3.4 out of 10
Gear ratio5.2:1
Maximum drag22.5kg / 49,6lbs
Weight1030g / 36.33oz
Line retireve per crank121 centimeter / 47.64 inch
Ball bearings6

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelMultireels
  • Price range~ €577.33
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size20IIA
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeLever drag
  • Handle orientationRight
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.56/290
Daiwa Sweepfire E 3000C - Spinning reel with front drag
Daiwa Sweepfire E 3000C - Spinning reel with front drag
Spinning
50.30 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability2.5 out of 10
Ergonomics6.13 out of 10
Gear ratio5.3:1
Maximum drag4 kg
Weight260g / 9.17oz
Line retireve per crank82cm / 32.28 inch
Ball bearings1

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDAIWA
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €17.33
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size3000
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofil0.28mm/220m

Conclusion

Shimano TALICA II A 20IIAX edges out Daiwa Sweepfire E 3000C - Spinning reel with front drag with slightly better overall performance, especially on the durability (9.5 out of 10) and the ball bearings (6). Still, Daiwa Sweepfire E 3000C - Spinning reel with front drag holds its own with strengths like a line retrieve per crank of 82cm / 32.28 inch and a weight of 260g / 9.17oz, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.

What's the difference between Shimano TALICA II A and Daiwa Sweepfire E 3000C - Spinning reel with front drag?

Shimano TALICA II A 20IIAX

  • Scoring 8 out of 10 (6), this reel feels solid and smooth at the same time
  • Ready for saltwater, great for any multireels adventure.

Daiwa Sweepfire E 3000C - Spinning reel with front drag

  • Designed with a light drag at 5.69 out of 10 (4 kg), the reel is perfect when you're going after small fish or using ultralight setups
  • With a score like 8.27 out of 10 (260g / 9.17oz), the reel feels light in the hand.. ideal for active techniques like twitching, jigging, or topwater.
  • 6.71 out of 10 (82cm / 32.28 inch) in line retrieve, means the reel delivers a steady and reliable retrieve which is ideal for most everyday techniques