Daiwa 23 FUEGO LT 5000-CX vs Shimano Torium 30PGAX

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

Daiwa 23 FUEGO LT

Spinning

78.30 out of 100

Value for money4 out of 5

Quality classMedium

Durability7.74 out of 10

Ergonomics6.2 out of 10

Gear ratio5.2:1

Maximum drag12kg / 26.46lbs

Weight240g / 8.47oz

Line retireve per crank82 centimeter / 32.28 inch

Ball bearings6

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €99.33
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel size5000-C
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.37/150

Shimano Torium

Multireels

95.00 out of 100

Value for money5 out of 5

Quality classExcellent

Durability9.5 out of 10

Ergonomics5.84 out of 10

Gear ratio4.6:1

Maximum drag15kg / 33.07lbs

Weight575g

Line retireve per crank86 centimeter / 33.86 inch

Ball bearings4

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelMultireels
Price range~ €286.00
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel size30PGA
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeStar drag
Handle orientationRight
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.46/320

Conclusion

Shimano Torium 30PGAX edges out Daiwa 23 FUEGO LT 5000-CX with slightly better overall performance, especially on the durability (9.5 out of 10) and the line retrieve per crank (86 centimeter / 33.86 inch). Still, Daiwa 23 FUEGO LT 5000-CX holds its own with strengths like a ball bearings of 6 and a maximum drag of 12kg / 26,46lbs, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.