Shimano Torium 16HGAL / Left-handedX vs Shimano Catana FE 4000 HGX

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Shimano Torium, 16HGAL, HG-A L, left hand, Multiplier Reel, Star Drag, TOR16HGAL
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 Catana FE, 4000 HG, left and right hand, Spinning Fishing Reel, Front Drag, CAT4000HGFE
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 16HGAL / Left-handedX edges out Shimano Catana FE 4000 HGX with slightly better overall performance, especially on the durability (8.56 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 16HGAL / Left-handedX

  • 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