Shimano Torium 16HGAL / Left-handedX vs Shimano 20 Stella 18000 HGX

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Shimano Torium

Multireels

64.80 out of 100

Value for money4 out of 5

Quality classGood

Durability8.56 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~ €168.60
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel size16HGAL
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeStar drag
Handle orientationLeft
Line capacity monofil-

Shimano 20 Stella

Spinning

84.10 out of 100

Value for money3 out of 5

Quality classExcellent

Durability9.5 out of 10

Ergonomics4 out of 10

Gear ratio5.7:1

Maximum drag25kg / 55.12lbs

Weight670g / 23.63oz

Line retireve per crank129 centimeter / 50.79 inch

Ball bearings13

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €895.33
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel size18000 HG
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.52/310

Conclusion

Shimano 20 Stella 18000 HGX edges out Shimano Torium 16HGAL / Left-handedX with slightly better overall performance, especially on the gear ratio (5.7:1) and the maximum drag (25kg / 55,12lbs). Still, Shimano Torium 16HGAL / Left-handedX holds its own with strengths like a weight of 600g / 21,16oz and a ball bearings of 3 S-ARB + 1RB, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.

What's the difference between Shimano Torium and Shimano 20 Stella?

Shimano Torium 16HGAL / Left-handedX

Scoring 8 out of 10 (600g / 21,16oz), this reel is impressively light for a multireel
With premium bearings scoring 5 out of 10 (3 S-ARB + 1RB), this reel delivers buttery smooth operation even with load