Daiwa Sweepfire E 3500C - Spinning reel with front drag vs Shimano Torium 16HGA / Right handX

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Daiwa Sweepfire E 3500C - Spinning reel with front drag

Spinning

42.60 out of 100

Value for money3.5 out of 5

Quality classLow

Durability2.5 out of 10

Ergonomics4 out of 10

Gear ratio5.3:1

Maximum drag-

Weight370g / 13.05oz

Line retireve per crank92cm / 36.22 inch

Ball bearings1

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €17.33
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size3500
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofil0.30mm/220m

Shimano Torium

Multireels

64.80 out of 100

Value for money4 out of 5

Quality classGood

Durability8.54 out of 10

Ergonomics5.8 out of 10

Gear ratio6.2:1

Maximum drag11kg / 24.25lbs

Weight600g / 21.16oz

Line retireve per crank-

Ball bearings3 S-ARB + 1RB

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelMultireels
Price range~ €161.90
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel size16HGA
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeStar drag
Handle orientationRight
Line capacity monofil-

Conclusion

Shimano Torium 16HGA / Right handX clearly outshines Daiwa Sweepfire E 3500C - Spinning reel with front drag, offering significantly better performance in maximum drag (11kg / 24,25lbs) and durability (8.54 out of 10). While Daiwa Sweepfire E 3500C - Spinning reel with front drag may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano Torium 16HGA / Right handX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Daiwa Sweepfire E 3500C - Spinning reel with front drag and Shimano Torium?

Daiwa Sweepfire E 3500C - Spinning reel with front drag

The reel brings in line quickly with its 8.2 out of 10 (5.3:1) rating, making it a great fit for power fishing
8.7 out of 10 (92cm / 36.22 inch) in line retrieve, means it picks up line fast, very handy when chasing quick fish

Shimano Torium 16HGA / Right handX

A drag score of 6.54 out of 10 (11kg / 24,25lbs) means you’re covered for most average carp battles without overthinking it
Scoring 8 out of 10 (600g / 21,16oz), this reel is impressively light for a multireel
With premium bearings scoring 5 out of 10 (3 S-ARB + 1RB), this reel delivers buttery smooth operation even with load
Ready for saltwater, great for any multireels adventure.