Shimano Stella FK C 3000 M HGX vs Shimano Torium 14HGA / Right handX

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Shimano Stella FK

Spinning

95.00 out of 100

Value for money3.5 out of 5

Quality classExcellent

Durability9.5 out of 10

Ergonomics6.3 out of 10

Gear ratio5.8:1

Maximum drag9kg / 19.84lbs

Weight210g / 7.41oz

Line retireve per crank86 centimeter / 33.86 inch

Ball bearings12+1

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €599.33
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel sizeC 3000 M HG
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 125/0.13

Shimano Torium

Multireels

71.10 out of 100

Value for money4.5 out of 5

Quality classGood

Durability8.52 out of 10

Ergonomics6.09 out of 10

Gear ratio6.3:1

Maximum drag15kg / 33.07lbs

Weight425g / 14.99oz

Line retireve per crank-

Ball bearings3 S-ARB + 1RB

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelMultireels
Price range~ €157.40
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel size14HGA
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeStar drag
Handle orientationRight
Line capacity monofil-

Conclusion

Shimano Stella FK C 3000 M HGX clearly outshines Shimano Torium 14HGA / Right handX, offering significantly better performance in line retrieve per crank (86 centimeter / 33.86 inch) and gear ratio (5.8:1). While Shimano Torium 14HGA / Right handX may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano Stella FK C 3000 M HGX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

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

Shimano Stella FK C 3000 M HGX

A fast gear ratio of 9.2 out of 10 (5.8:1), means the reel is built for speed and it's perfect for active retrieves, and quick follow ups
8.1 out of 10 (86 centimeter / 33.86 inch) in line retrieve, means it picks up line fast, very handy when chasing quick fish