Daiwa 21 Ballistic MQ LT 1000DX vs Shimano Torium 30HGAL / Left-handedX
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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
54.90 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classGood
Durability8.61 out of 10
Ergonomics3.8 out of 10
Gear ratio6.2:1
Maximum drag11kg / 24.25lbs
Weight1000g / 35.27oz
Line retireve per crank-
Ball bearings3 S-ARB + 1RB
Technical Specifications
- BrandSHIMANO
- The main category of the reelMultireels
- Price range~ €184.30
- Is saltwater resistantYes
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size30HGAL
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeStar drag
- Handle orientationLeft
- Line capacity monofil-
Conclusion
Daiwa 21 Ballistic MQ LT 1000DX clearly outshines Shimano Torium 30HGAL / Left-handedX, offering significantly better performance in gear ratio (5.1:1) and ball bearings (8). While Shimano Torium 30HGAL / Left-handedX may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa 21 Ballistic MQ LT 1000DX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.
What's the difference between Daiwa 21 Ballistic MQ LT and Shimano Torium?
Daiwa 21 Ballistic MQ LT 1000DX
- Thanks to its 7 out of 10 (5.1:1) gear ratio, the reel offers a strong balance between torque and quick retrieval
- With a score like 8.87 out of 10 (170g / 6oz), the reel feels light in the hand.. ideal for active techniques like twitching, jigging, or topwater.
Shimano Torium 30HGAL / Left-handedX
- Ready for saltwater, great for any multireels adventure.
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