Daiwa Sweepfire E 1500C - Spinning reel with front drag vs Shimano Torium 16PGAX

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Daiwa Sweepfire E 1500C - Spinning reel with front drag

Spinning

45.80 out of 100

Value for money3.5 out of 5

Quality classLow

Durability2.5 out of 10

Ergonomics6.23 out of 10

Gear ratio5.3:1

Maximum drag-

Weight230g / 8.11oz

Line retireve per crank68cm / 26.77 inch

Ball bearings1

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €17.33
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size1500
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofil0.20mm/140m

Shimano Torium

Multireels

95.00 out of 100

Value for money5 out of 5

Quality classExcellent

Durability9.5 out of 10

Ergonomics5.88 out of 10

Gear ratio4.6:1

Maximum drag15kg / 33.07lbs

Weight550g / 19.4oz

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 size16PGA
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeStar drag
Handle orientationRight
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.33/411

Conclusion

Shimano Torium 16PGAX clearly outshines Daiwa Sweepfire E 1500C - Spinning reel with front drag, offering significantly better performance in maximum drag (15kg / 33,07lbs) and durability (9.5 out of 10). While Daiwa Sweepfire E 1500C - Spinning reel with front drag may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano Torium 16PGAX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Daiwa Sweepfire E 1500C - Spinning reel with front drag and Shimano Torium?

Shimano Torium 16PGAX

With a serious drag score of 9.2 out of 10 (15kg / 33,07lbs), this reel is made to stop big carp in their tracks, even in rough terrain or tight swims
Scoring 8.4 out of 10 (86 centimeter / 33.86 inch), this reel pulls line in fast enough to keep you in control even during unpredictable runs
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.