Daiwa BG 3500X vs Shimano Torium 30HGAL / Left-handedX

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Daiwa BG

Spinning

69.10 out of 100

Value for money3.5 out of 5

Quality classMedium

Durability7.77 out of 10

Ergonomics4 out of 10

Gear ratio5.7:1

Maximum drag0lbs

Weight400g / 14.11oz

Line retireve per crank97 centimeter / 38.19 inch

Ball bearings6

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €104.33
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel size3500
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.3/220

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 BG 3500X edges out Shimano Torium 30HGAL / Left-handedX with slightly better overall performance, especially on the line retrieve per crank (97 centimeter / 38.19 inch) and the gear ratio (5.7:1). Still, Shimano Torium 30HGAL / Left-handedX holds its own with strengths like a maximum drag of 11kg / 24,25lbs and a durability of 8.61 out of 10, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.

What's the difference between Daiwa BG and Shimano Torium?

Daiwa BG 3500X

A fast gear ratio of 9 out of 10 (5.7:1), means the reel is built for speed and it's perfect for active retrieves, and quick follow ups
A high retrieve rate of 9.2 out of 10 (97 centimeter / 38.19 inch), means the reel is made just for speed, perfect for speed fishing or covering water quickly