Daiwa 21 Ballistic MQ LT 1000DX vs Shimano Torium 30HGAL / 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

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.