Shimano Torium 16HGA / Right handX vs Shimano Catana FE 4000 HGX

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Shimano Torium

Multireels

64.80 out of 100

Value for money4 out of 5

Quality classGood

Durability8.54 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~ €161.90
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel size16HGA
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeStar drag
Handle orientationRight
Line capacity monofil-

Shimano Catana FE

Spinning

53.70 out of 100

Value for money3.5 out of 5

Quality classLow

Durability2.74 out of 10

Ergonomics4 out of 10

Gear ratio5.8:1

Maximum drag8.5kg / 18,74lbs

Weight320g / 11.29oz

Line retireve per crank93 centimeter / 36.61 inch

Ball bearings3+1

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €34.33
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size4000 HG
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.3/180

Conclusion

Shimano Torium 16HGA / Right handX edges out Shimano Catana FE 4000 HGX with slightly better overall performance, especially on the durability (8.54 out of 10) and the weight (600g / 21,16oz). Still, Shimano Catana FE 4000 HGX holds its own with strengths like a line retrieve per crank of 93 centimeter / 36.61 inch and a gear ratio of 5.8:1, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.

What's the difference between Shimano Torium and Shimano Catana FE?

Shimano Torium 16HGA / Right handX

Scoring 8 out of 10 (600g / 21,16oz), this reel is impressively light for a multireel
Ready for saltwater, great for any multireels adventure.

Shimano Catana FE 4000 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
8.8 out of 10 (93 centimeter / 36.61 inch) in line retrieve, means it picks up line fast, very handy when chasing quick fish