Daiwa 21 Ballistic MQ LT 1000DX vs Shimano Torium 16HGAL / Left-handedX

The selected categories are different, score metrics vary from category to another.

Daiwa 21 Ballistic MQ LT

Spinning

75.20 out of 100

Value for money4 out of 5

Quality classGood

Durability4.66 out of 10

Ergonomics6.43 out of 10

Gear ratio5.1:1

Maximum drag5kg / 11.02lbs

Weight170g / 6oz

Line retireve per crank64 centimeter / 25.2 inch

Ball bearings8

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €198.90
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size1000D
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.2/150

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

Daiwa 21 Ballistic MQ LT 1000DX edges out Shimano Torium 16HGAL / Left-handedX with slightly better overall performance, especially on the gear ratio (5.1:1) and the ball bearings (8). Still, Shimano Torium 16HGAL / Left-handedX holds its own with strengths like a durability of 8.56 out of 10 and a maximum drag of 11kg / 24,25lbs, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.