Shimano 20 Stella 4000 HGX vs Shimano Torium 30HGAL / Left-handedX

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Shimano 20 Stella

Spinning

92.30 out of 100

Value for money3.5 out of 5

Quality classExcellent

Durability9.5 out of 10

Ergonomics4 out of 10

Gear ratio5.7:1

Maximum drag11kg / 24.25lbs

Weight415g / 14.64oz

Line retireve per crank93 centimeter / 36.61 inch

Ball bearings12

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €667.33
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel size4000 HG
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.3/180

Shimano Torium

Multireels

54.90 out of 100

Value for money4 out of 5

Quality classGood

Durability8.61 out of 10

Ergonomics3.8 out of 10

Gear ratio6.2:1

Maximum drag11kg / 24.25lbs

Weight1000g / 35.27oz

Line retireve per crank-

Ball bearings3 S-ARB + 1RB

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelMultireels
Price range~ €184.30
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel size30HGAL
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeStar drag
Handle orientationLeft
Line capacity monofil-

Conclusion

Shimano 20 Stella 4000 HGX clearly outshines Shimano Torium 30HGAL / Left-handedX, offering significantly better performance in line retrieve per crank (93 centimeter / 36.61 inch) and gear ratio (5.7:1). While Shimano Torium 30HGAL / Left-handedX may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano 20 Stella 4000 HGX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Shimano 20 Stella and Shimano Torium?

Shimano 20 Stella 4000 HGX

A fast gear ratio of 9 out of 10 (5.7:1), means the reel is built for speed and it's perfect for active retrieves, and quick follow ups
8.8 out of 10 (93 centimeter / 36.61 inch) in line retrieve, means it picks up line fast, very handy when chasing quick fish