Daiwa Crossfire LT 5000-CX vs Shimano Torium 50HGA / Right HandX

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Daiwa Crossfire LT, 5000-C, left and right hand, Spinning fishing reel, front drag, 10185-500
Daiwa Crossfire LT
Spinning
52.10 out of 100
Value for money3 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability2.88 out of 10
Ergonomics6.03 out of 10
Gear ratio5.2:1
Maximum drag-
Weight290g / 10.23oz
Line retireve per crank87 centimeter / 34.25 inch
Ball bearings1

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDAIWA
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €42.80
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size5000-C
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.37/150
Shimano Torium, 50HGA, right hand, Multiplier fishing reel, Star Drag, TOR50HGA
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
Weight845g / 29.81oz
Line retireve per crank116 centimeter / 45.67 inch
Ball bearings4

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelMultireels
  • Price range~ €289.90
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size50HGA
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeStar drag
  • Handle orientationRight
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.7/429

Conclusion

Shimano Torium 50HGA / Right HandX clearly outshines Daiwa Crossfire LT 5000-CX, offering significantly better performance in maximum drag (14kg / 30,86lbs) and durability (9.5 out of 10). While Daiwa Crossfire LT 5000-CX may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano Torium 50HGA / Right HandX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

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

Daiwa Crossfire LT 5000-CX

  • With a score like 8.07 out of 10 (290g / 10,23oz), the reel feels light in the hand.. ideal for active techniques like twitching, jigging, or topwater.
  • 8.2 out of 10 (87 centimeter / 34.25 inch) in line retrieve, means it picks up line fast, very handy when chasing quick fish

Shimano Torium 50HGA / 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
  • With premium bearings scoring 5 out of 10 (4), this reel delivers buttery smooth operation even with load
  • Ready for saltwater, great for any multireels adventure.