Picking fishing reels is really a question of how you fish. Do you need a faster retrieve for active lures, a stronger drag for bigger fish, or just a simple, affordable reel to keep in the truck? With listed prices from $13.59 to $40 in this group, the differences in gear ratio, braid capacity, and construction matter more than the price tag alone.
Quick take
- For the fastest retrieve: The Lew's Speed Spin 300 at 6.2:1 stands alone - the other three are all 5.2:1.
- For the strongest listed drag: The 12BB Metal Spinning Fishing Reel lists 18LBS of drag with a quadruple disc carbon drag system.
- For the largest listed braid capacity: The Lew's Speed Spin 300 lists 15 lb/230 yds, ahead of the 12BB at 15lb/200 yd and the DEUKIO at 15/190.
- For the lowest listed price: The Spinning Fishing Reel 5.2:1 Gear Ratio Freshwater Saltwater Right Left Hand Tool at USD 13.59 leaves the most room in the budget for line and tackle.
Listed price comparison
| Reel | Listed price | Price bar |
|---|---|---|
| Spinning Fishing Reel 5.2:1 Gear Ratio Freshwater Saltwater Right Left Hand Tool | USD 13.59 | |
| 12BB Metal Spinning Fishing Reel 5.2:1 Freshwater Saltwater Left Right Hand Reel | USD 23.89 | |
| Spinning Fishing Reel 5.2:1 Freshwater Saltwater Right Left Hand Metal Spool New | USD 29.97 | |
| Lew's Speed Spin 300 RH/LH Spinning Fishing Reel 6.2:1 (SS300HSG2C) New in Pkg | USD 40.00 |
The absolute spread is $26.41 from lowest to highest. That gap is useful for weighing features like bearing count and drag against what you actually need on the water.
Decision matrix
| What you want | Which reel fits | Why it fits from the listing |
|---|---|---|
| Faster line pickup for lures and covering water | Lew's Speed Spin 300 RH/LH Spinning Fishing Reel 6.2:1 (SS300HSG2C) New in Pkg | Only 6.2:1 gear ratio in the group; others are 5.2:1 |
| Maximum listed drag for harder runs | 12BB Metal Spinning Fishing Reel 5.2:1 Freshwater Saltwater Left Right Hand Reel | Lists 18LBS quadruple disc carbon drag; DEUKIO lists 11Lb max drag |
| Most braid capacity on the spool | Lew's Speed Spin 300 RH/LH Spinning Fishing Reel 6.2:1 (SS300HSG2C) New in Pkg | 15 lb/230 yds vs 15lb/200 yd and 15/190 |
| Lightest listed weight with detailed line options | Spinning Fishing Reel 5.2:1 Freshwater Saltwater Right Left Hand Metal Spool New | Lists DA 3000 at 237g and DA 4000 at 241g with multiple MM/M and Lb/Yds capacities |
| Lowest entry cost for freshwater/saltwater use | Spinning Fishing Reel 5.2:1 Gear Ratio Freshwater Saltwater Right Left Hand Tool | USD 13.59, listed for Freshwater Saltwater Right Left Hand use, Size DC7000 |
Product notes
Spinning Fishing Reel 5.2:1 Freshwater Saltwater Right Left Hand Metal Spool New
This DEUKIO reel in Dark Gray is the most detailed on line capacity, listing DA 3000 with 0.24/180, 0.28/150, 0.33/130 and 6/300, 8/170, 10/120, and DA 4000 with 0.28/165, 0.33/145, 0.38/125. It shows 3+1 ball bearings, 15/190 braid capacity, front drag, aluminum spool, anti-reverse, and gear support system at USD 29.97. A good match if you want clear capacity choices and a lightweight spinning reel for Freshwater / Saltwater. Limitation: its 11Lb max drag is lower than the 18LBS listed for the 12BB option, and its bearing count is lower than the 10 and 12 listed elsewhere.
Spinning Fishing Reel 5.2:1 Gear Ratio Freshwater Saltwater Right Left Hand Tool
At USD 13.59, this Black reel in Size DC7000 is the lowest-priced way to get a 5.2:1 spinning reel listed for Freshwater Saltwater Right Left Hand use. Choose it when you want a spare, a starter, or a simple tool without committing to a higher price. The listing keeps details minimal, which helps keep cost down but also means less to evaluate up front. Limitation: the listing does not show ball bearings, braid capacity, drag style, or drag strength, so you have fewer confirmed specs to compare against the other three reels that list those attributes.
12BB Metal Spinning Fishing Reel 5.2:1 Freshwater Saltwater Left Right Hand Reel
Priced at USD 23.89, this Black reel highlights 12 ball bearings, 15lb/200 yd braid capacity, front drag, and a full-metal build with stainless steel main shaft, brass gears, and thickened metal bearings. The description points to a quadruple disc carbon drag delivering 18LBS. That combination makes it appealing if you prioritize listed drag strength and bearing count at a mid-range price. Limitation: it lists a 5.2:1 gear ratio, so retrieve will be slower than the 6.2:1 Lew's, and its braid capacity is less than the 15 lb/230 yds listed for the Lew's.
Lew's Speed Spin 300 RH/LH Spinning Fishing Reel 6.2:1 (SS300HSG2C) New in Pkg
At USD 40.00, this Charcoal Gray Lew's is the only 6.2:1 reel here, paired with 10 ball bearings, 15 lb/230 yds braid capacity, front drag, aluminum spool, anti-reverse, gear support system, and aluminum and graphite construction. The description frames it for freshwater bass fishing with lightweight, near-shore use in mind. Pick it when you want the fastest listed retrieve and the largest listed braid capacity in this set. Limitation: it is the highest listed price in the group, and its 10 ball bearings are fewer than the 12 listed for the Perfect Part reel.
Final recommendation by use case
- Get the Lew's Speed Spin 300 if you want the quickest retrieve and most line capacity on paper - 6.2:1 and 15 lb/230 yds - and you fish lures where picking up line quickly helps.
- Get the 12BB Metal Spinning Fishing Reel if you want the strongest listed drag at 18LBS with 12 ball bearings and a metal build, at USD 23.89.
- Get the DEUKIO Metal Spool New if you want detailed capacity options for DA 3000 and DA 4000 sizes with a lightweight 237g to 241g listing and front drag versatility for Freshwater / Saltwater.
- Get the Spinning Fishing Reel 5.2:1 Gear Ratio Tool if keeping the listed price at USD 13.59 is the priority and you need a basic 5.2:1 reel for Freshwater Saltwater Right Left Hand use in Size DC7000.
