Shimano AERO XR 4000X vs Shimano Torium 20HGA / Right handX

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Shimano AERO XR

Feeder And Match

78.30 out of 100

Value for money4.5 out of 5

Quality classGood

Durability4.5 out of 10

Ergonomics6.1 out of 10

Gear ratio4.7

Maximum drag11kg / 24.25lbs

Weight245g / 8.64oz

Line retireve per crank75 centimeter / 29.53 inch

Ball bearings5+1

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelFeeder and match
Price range~ €121.33
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size4000
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.35/130

Shimano Torium

Multireels

64.90 out of 100

Value for money4 out of 5

Quality classGood

Durability8.57 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~ €173.10
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel size20HGA
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeStar drag
Handle orientationRight
Line capacity monofil-

Conclusion

Shimano AERO XR 4000X edges out Shimano Torium 20HGA / Right handX with slightly better overall performance, especially on the line retrieve per crank (75 centimeter / 29.53 inch) and the gear ratio (4.7). Still, Shimano Torium 20HGA / Right handX holds its own with strengths like a durability of 8.57 out of 10, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.

What's the difference between Shimano AERO XR and Shimano Torium?

Shimano AERO XR 4000X

The reel delivers balanced performance, suitable for most feeder and match situations without compromising too much on retrieve speed
With a line retrieve of 75 centimeter / 29.53 inch (5.71 out of 10), this reel retrieves slowly.. suitable for relaxed feeder fishing