Daiwa 23 MATCHMAN 3000X vs Shimano Torium 40HGA / Right HandX
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Daiwa 23 MATCHMAN
Spinning
54.00 out of 100
Value for money3 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability2.92 out of 10
Ergonomics6.02 out of 10
Gear ratio5.3:1
Maximum drag4kg / 8.82lbs
Weight295g / 10.41oz
Line retireve per crank82 centimeter / 32.28 inch
Ball bearings3
Technical Specifications
- BrandDAIWA
- The main category of the reelSpinning
- Price range~ €45.33
- Is saltwater resistantNo
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size3000
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.28/200

Shimano Torium
Multireels
83.40 out of 100
Value for money4.5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics3.8 out of 10
Gear ratio5.1:1
Maximum drag14kg / 30.86lbs
Weight790g / 27.87oz
Line retireve per crank116 centimeter / 45.67 inch
Ball bearings4
Technical Specifications
- BrandSHIMANO
- The main category of the reelMultireels
- Price range~ €279.90
- Is saltwater resistantYes
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size40HGA
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeStar drag
- Handle orientationRight
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.6/429
Conclusion
Shimano Torium 40HGA / Right HandX clearly outshines Daiwa 23 MATCHMAN 3000X, offering significantly better performance in durability (9.5 out of 10) and maximum drag (14kg / 30,86lbs). While Daiwa 23 MATCHMAN 3000X may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano Torium 40HGA / Right HandX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.
What's the difference between Daiwa 23 MATCHMAN and Shimano Torium?
Daiwa 23 MATCHMAN 3000X
- With a score like 8.03 out of 10 (295g / 10,41oz), the reel feels light in the hand.. ideal for active techniques like twitching, jigging, or topwater.
- 6.71 out of 10 (82 centimeter / 32.28 inch) in line retrieve, means the reel delivers a steady and reliable retrieve which is ideal for most everyday techniques
Shimano Torium 40HGA / Right HandX
- Ready for saltwater, great for any multireels adventure.
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