Daiwa BG 3500X vs Shimano Torium 40HGA / Right HandX

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Daiwa BG, 3500, left and right hand, Sea Spinning Fishing Reel, Front Drag, 10460-350
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, 40HGA, right hand, Multiplier fishing reel, Star Drag, TOR40HGA
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 edges out Daiwa BG 3500X with slightly better overall performance, especially on the maximum drag (14kg / 30,86lbs) and the durability (9.5 out of 10). Still, Daiwa BG 3500X holds its own with strengths like a line retrieve per crank of 97 centimeter / 38.19 inch and a ball bearings of 6, 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 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

Shimano Torium 40HGA / Right HandX

  • Strong, smooth resistance with a drag power of 14kg / 30,86lbs (8.8), great for keeping heavy fish in check, especially near obstacles