Shimano Sahara FJ 2500X vs Shimano Torium 30PGAX

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

Shimano Sahara FJ

Spinning

65.40 out of 100

Value for money3 out of 5

Quality classLow

Durability7 out of 10

Ergonomics6.2 out of 10

Gear ratio5.0:1

Maximum drag9kg / 19.84lbs

Weight240g / 8.47oz

Line retireve per crank73 centimeter / 28.74 inch

Ball bearings4+1

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €63.33
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel size2500
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.25/160

Shimano Torium

Multireels

95.00 out of 100

Value for money5 out of 5

Quality classExcellent

Durability9.5 out of 10

Ergonomics5.84 out of 10

Gear ratio4.6:1

Maximum drag15kg / 33.07lbs

Weight575g

Line retireve per crank86 centimeter / 33.86 inch

Ball bearings4

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelMultireels
Price range~ €286.00
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel size30PGA
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeStar drag
Handle orientationRight
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.46/320

Conclusion

Shimano Torium 30PGAX clearly outshines Shimano Sahara FJ 2500X, offering significantly better performance in line retrieve per crank (86 centimeter / 33.86 inch) and total score (9.5 out of 10). While Shimano Sahara FJ 2500X may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano Torium 30PGAX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.