Daiwa 20 Fuego LT 6000X vs Shimano Torium 16HGAL / Left-handedX

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Daiwa 20 Fuego LT, 6000, left and right hand, Spinning Fishing Reel, Front Drag, 10223-600
Daiwa 20 Fuego LT
Spinning
64.20 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classMedium
Durability3.68 out of 10
Ergonomics4 out of 10
Gear ratio5.1:1
Maximum drag12kg / 26.46lbs
Weight335g / 11.82oz
Line retireve per crank92 centimeter / 36.22 inch
Ball bearings6

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDAIWA
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €86.90
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size6000
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.4/150
Shimano Torium, 16HGAL, HG-A L, left hand, Multiplier Reel, Star Drag, TOR16HGAL
Shimano Torium
Multireels
64.80 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classGood
Durability8.56 out of 10
Ergonomics5.8 out of 10
Gear ratio6.2:1
Maximum drag11kg / 24.25lbs
Weight600g / 21.16oz
Line retireve per crank-
Ball bearings3 S-ARB + 1RB

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelMultireels
  • Price range~ €168.60
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size16HGAL
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeStar drag
  • Handle orientationLeft
  • Line capacity monofil-

Conclusion

Both Daiwa 20 Fuego LT 6000X and Shimano Torium 16HGAL / Left-handedX perform at a similar level overall, so the better choice depends on what matters more to you, Daiwa 20 Fuego LT 6000X offers a line retrieve per crank of 92 centimeter / 36.22 inch, while Shimano Torium 16HGAL / Left-handedX stands out for a durability of 8.56 out of 10. Your decision should be guided by your fishing style and target species.

What's the difference between Daiwa 20 Fuego LT and Shimano Torium?

Daiwa 20 Fuego LT 6000X

  • Thanks to its 7 out of 10 (5.1:1) gear ratio, the reel offers a strong balance between torque and quick retrieval
  • 8.7 out of 10 (92 centimeter / 36.22 inch) in line retrieve, means it picks up line fast, very handy when chasing quick fish

Shimano Torium 16HGAL / Left-handedX

  • Scoring 8 out of 10 (600g / 21,16oz), this reel is impressively light for a multireel
  • Ready for saltwater, great for any multireels adventure.