Shimano Sedona C3000 HG FI vs Shimano Speedmaster Leverdrag II 25IIX

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Shimano Sedona C3000 HG FI, Spinning reel with front drag
Shimano Sedona C3000 HG FI
Spinning
68.90 out of 100
Value for money3 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability3 out of 10
Ergonomics6.17 out of 10
Gear ratio6.2:1
Maximum drag9kg / 19.84 lbs
Weight250g / 8.82oz
Line retireve per crank91cm / 35.83 inch
Ball bearings3 S SUS + 1 Rollerbearing

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €52.80
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel sizeC3000 HG
  • Handle typeHandle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/m: 0.25/210. 0.30/130, 0.35/100 lb/yds: 6/230, 8/170, 10/140
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

Conclusion

Shimano Speedmaster Leverdrag II 25IIX edges out Shimano Sedona C3000 HG FI with slightly better overall performance, especially on the durability (9.5 out of 10) and the total score (8.53 out of 10). Still, Shimano Sedona C3000 HG FI holds its own with strengths like a line retrieve per crank of 91cm / 35.83 inch and a weight of 250g / 8.82oz, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.

What's the difference between Shimano Sedona C3000 HG FI and Shimano Speedmaster Leverdrag II?

Shimano Sedona C3000 HG FI

  • With a score like 8.33 out of 10 (250g / 8.82oz), the reel feels light in the hand.. ideal for active techniques like twitching, jigging, or topwater.
  • 8.6 out of 10 (91cm / 35.83 inch) in line retrieve, means it picks up line fast, very handy when chasing quick fish

Shimano Speedmaster Leverdrag II 25IIX

  • Ready for saltwater, great for any multireels adventure.