Penn Sargus II Spinning 2500X vs Shimano Torium 40HGA / Right HandX
The selected categories are different, score metrics vary from category to another.

Penn Sargus II Spinning
Spinning
2500x
64.80 out of 100
Value for money2.5 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability3 out of 10
Ergonomics6.05 out of 10
Gear ratio5.5:1
Maximum drag12kg / 26.46lbs
Weight284g / 10.02oz
Line retireve per crank76 centimeter / 29.92 inch
Ball bearings5
Technical Specifications
- BrandPENN
- The main category of the reelSpinning
- Price range~ €71.20
- Is saltwater resistantNo
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size2500
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.23/235

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 Penn Sargus II Spinning 2500X with slightly better overall performance, especially on the durability (9.5 out of 10) and the total score (8.34 out of 10). Still, Penn Sargus II Spinning 2500X holds its own with strengths like a line retrieve per crank of 76 centimeter / 29.92 inch and a weight of 284g / 10,02oz, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.
What's the difference between Penn Sargus II Spinning and Shimano Torium?
Penn Sargus II Spinning 2500X
- With a score like 8.11 out of 10 (284g / 10,02oz), the reel feels light in the hand.. ideal for active techniques like twitching, jigging, or topwater.
- When it comes to retrieve speed, a score of 5.86 out of 10 (76 centimeter / 29.92 inch) means slower line pickup, great when you need more control for slower fishing styles
Shimano Torium 40HGA / Right HandX
- Ready for saltwater, great for any multireels adventure.
Similar comparisons

Shimano Speedmaster Leverdrag II 20IIX vs Shimano Tiagra 130AX


Daiwa 23 LEGALIS LT 2500(U)X vs Daiwa Tanacom 750


Shimano Speedmaster Leverdrag II 20IIX vs Penn Squall II Levelwind 20 LW LC-Right handX


Shimano Cardiff 201A vs Daiwa 23 LEGALIS LT 2500(U)X


Shimano Speedmaster Leverdrag II 16IIX vs Shimano Cardiff 201A


Daiwa Sweepfire E 2500C - Spinning reel with front drag vs Shimano Tiagra 130AX


Daiwa Ninja LT 4000-CX vs Shimano 21 Nexave FI 5000 HGX


Daiwa Lexa E LT 19 3000X vs Penn Squall II Conventional 30-Right handX


Penn Squall II Levelwind 20 LW LH-Left handX vs Daiwa Tanacom 750


Penn Squall II Levelwind 20 LW LH-Left handX vs Shimano Vanford FA C2000HGAX


Penn Squall II Levelwind 20 LW LC-Right handX vs Daiwa Lexa E LT 19 3000X


Shimano 21 Nexave FI 5000 HGX vs Shimano Vanford FA C2000HGAX


Penn Squall II Levelwind 20 LW LC-Right handX vs Daiwa Ninja LT 4000-CX


Shimano Speedmaster Leverdrag II 16IIX vs Shimano Vanford FA C2000HGAX


Penn Squall II Levelwind 20 LW LC-Right handX vs Penn Squall II Conventional 30-Right handX


Shimano Vanford FA C2000HGAX vs Shimano Tekota 501 HGA / Left-handedX


Shimano Tiagra 130AX vs Penn Squall II Levelwind 20 LW LH-Left handX


Daiwa Ninja LT 4000-CX vs Shimano Vanford FA C2000HGAX


Daiwa 20 Ballistic EX LT 3000D-CXHX vs Daiwa Sweepfire E 2500C - Spinning reel with front drag


Daiwa 20 Ballistic EX LT 3000D-CXHX vs Penn Squall II Conventional 30-Right handX
