Shimano 21 Nexave FI 2500 HGX vs Shimano Torium 50HGA / Right HandX

The selected categories are different, score metrics vary from category to another.

Shimano 21 Nexave FI

Spinning

63.20 out of 100

Value for money3.5 out of 5

Quality classLow

Durability2.86 out of 10

Ergonomics6.17 out of 10

Gear ratio6.2:1

Maximum drag4kg / 8.82lbs

Weight250g / 8.82oz

Line retireve per crank91 centimeter / 35.83 inch

Ball bearings4

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €41.33
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size2500 HG
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.2/240

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 Shimano 21 Nexave FI 2500 HGX, offering significantly better performance in durability (9.5 out of 10) and maximum drag (14kg / 30,86lbs). While Shimano 21 Nexave FI 2500 HGX 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 Shimano 21 Nexave FI and Shimano Torium?

Shimano 21 Nexave FI 2500 HGX

With a score like 8.33 out of 10 (250g / 8,82oz), the reel feels light in the hand.. ideal for active techniques like twitching, jigging, or topwater.
8.6 out of 10 (91 centimeter / 35.83 inch) in line retrieve, means it picks up line fast, very handy when chasing quick fish