Shimano Torium 14HGA / Right handX vs Daiwa 21 Ballistic MQ LT 4000D-CX

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Shimano Torium, 14HGA, A HG, right hand, Multiplier Reel, Star Drag, TOR14HGA
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-
Daiwa 21 Ballistic MQ LT, 4000D-C, left and right hand, Spinning Fishing Reel, Front Drag, 10480-405
Daiwa 21 Ballistic MQ LT
Spinning
95.00 out of 100
Value for money5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability5.5 out of 10
Ergonomics6.23 out of 10
Gear ratio5.2:1
Maximum drag12kg / 26.46lbs
Weight230g / 8.11oz
Line retireve per crank82 centimeter / 32.28 inch
Ball bearings8

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDAIWA
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €218.10
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size4000D-C
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.37/150

Conclusion

Daiwa 21 Ballistic MQ LT 4000D-CX clearly outshines Shimano Torium 14HGA / Right handX, offering significantly better performance in gear ratio (5.2:1) and line retrieve per crank (82 centimeter / 32.28 inch). While Shimano Torium 14HGA / Right handX may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa 21 Ballistic MQ LT 4000D-CX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Shimano Torium and Daiwa 21 Ballistic MQ LT?

Shimano Torium 14HGA / Right handX

  • Ready for saltwater, great for any multireels adventure.

Daiwa 21 Ballistic MQ LT 4000D-CX

  • The reel brings in line quickly with its 8 out of 10 (5.2:1) rating, making it a great fit for power fishing
  • 6.71 out of 10 (82 centimeter / 32.28 inch) in line retrieve, means the reel delivers a steady and reliable retrieve which is ideal for most everyday techniques