Daiwa Leobritz 200J
A cheap light electric for shallow bottom fishing and light jigging, not for deep-drop weights.
Amazon $516.18 eBay$516.18
The Daiwa Leobritz 200J and the PENN Fathom Electric 30 are evenly matched, rated 2.7 and 2.7. The PENN Fathom Electric 30 wins on drag. The Daiwa Leobritz 200J costs $263.77 less ($516.18 vs $779.95).
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PENN Fathom Electric 30
The Fathom Electric alone, for anglers who already own a 12 V battery.
Amazon $779.95 eBay$779.95
Which should you buy?
- Choose the PENN Fathom Electric 30 for drag (13.6 kg maximum drag vs 8.5 kg maximum drag).
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every under 14 kg drag electric reel; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | Daiwa Leobritz 200J | PENN Fathom Electric 30 |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 2.7/5 | 2.7/5 |
| Value 30% | 36 $60.73 per kg of drag ($516.18, 8.5 kg) | 40 $57.35 per kg of drag ($779.95, 13.6 kg) |
| Drag 20% | 2 8.5 kg maximum drag | 25 13.6 kg maximum drag |
| Line speed 20% | 67 150 m/min with a 1 kg load | 50 loaded line speed not published (neutral score used) |
| Weight 15% | 51 17.7 kg of drag per kg of reel (8.5 kg, 480 g) | 50 weight not published (neutral score used) |
| Warranty 15% | 20 12 months | 0 warranty not published |
Specifications
| Daiwa Leobritz 200J | PENN Fathom Electric 30 | |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ||
| Maximum drag | 8.5 kg | 13.6 kg |
| Standard pulling force (JAFS) | 9 kg | - |
| Line speed, 1 kg load | 150 m/min | - |
| Gear ratio | 5.1:1 | 2.8:1 |
| Line per handle turn | 55 cm | - |
| Line capacity (PE no. - metres) | PE 1.5-450 / 2-300 / 3-200 / 4-170 | Braid 20 lb 1215 yd / 30 lb 910 yd / 40 lb 745 yd |
| Power | ||
| Power supply | DC 12-16.8 V | 12 V (battery sold separately) |
| Battery in the box | No | No |
| Warranty | 12 months | - |
| Build | ||
| Weight | 480 g (16.9 oz) | - |
| Bearings (ball/roller) | 12/1 | 5 |
| Handle | Right | Right |
| Released | 2023 | 2024-09 |