Shimano Torium 14HGA / Right handX vs Shimano Talica 25II CAM 25II CAMX

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-

Shimano Talica 25II CAM

Multireels

25ii Camx

95.00 out of 100

Value for money4.5 out of 5

Quality classExcellent

Durability9.5 out of 10

Ergonomics3.4 out of 10

Gear ratio5.2:1 / 2.3:1

Maximum drag20kg / 44.09lbs

Weight950g / 33.51oz

Line retireve per crank104cm / 56cm

Ball bearings6+1

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelMultireels
Price range~ €499.33
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel size25II CAM
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeLever drag
Handle orientationRight
Line capacity monofil-

Conclusion

Shimano Talica 25II CAM 25II CAMX clearly outshines Shimano Torium 14HGA / Right handX, offering significantly better performance in line retrieve per crank (104cm / 56cm) and gear ratio (5.2:1 / 2.3:1). While Shimano Torium 14HGA / Right handX may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano Talica 25II CAM 25II CAMX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Shimano Torium and Shimano Talica 25II CAM?

Shimano Talica 25II CAM 25II CAMX

Higher gear ratio of 5.2:1 / 2.3:1 (scoring 9.4 out of 10), provides more speed meaning a better solution when quick retrieves really count
With a high retrieve rate of 9.6 out of 10 (104cm / 56cm), this reel is built for quick line recovery