Daiwa 22 Exist LT 4000-XHX vs Shimano Torium 30HGA / Right handX

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Daiwa 22 Exist LT, 4000-XH, left and right hand, Spinning Fishing Reel, Front Drag, 10102-402
Daiwa 22 Exist LT
Spinning
95.00 out of 100
Value for money3.5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics6.33 out of 10
Gear ratio6.2:1
Maximum drag10kg / 22.05lbs
Weight200g / 7.05oz
Line retireve per crank99 centimeter / 38.98 inch
Ball bearings12

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDAIWA
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €649.33
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size4000-XH
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.28/150
Shimano Torium, 30HGA, A HG, right hand, Multiplier Reel, Star Drag, TOR30HGA
Shimano Torium
Multireels
64.90 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classGood
Durability8.6 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~ €179.90
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size30HGA
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeStar drag
  • Handle orientationRight
  • Line capacity monofil-

Conclusion

Daiwa 22 Exist LT 4000-XHX clearly outshines Shimano Torium 30HGA / Right handX, offering significantly better performance in line retrieve per crank (99 centimeter / 38.98 inch) and gear ratio (6.2:1). While Shimano Torium 30HGA / Right handX may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa 22 Exist LT 4000-XHX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Daiwa 22 Exist LT and Shimano Torium?

Daiwa 22 Exist LT 4000-XHX

  • A fast gear ratio of 10 out of 10 (6.2:1), means the reel is built for speed and it's perfect for active retrieves, and quick follow ups
  • A high retrieve rate of 9.4 out of 10 (99 centimeter / 38.98 inch), means the reel is made just for speed, perfect for speed fishing or covering water quickly

Shimano Torium 30HGA / Right handX

  • With premium bearings scoring 5 out of 10 (3 S-ARB + 1RB), this reel delivers buttery smooth operation even with load