Shimano Torium 16PGAX vs Cormoran Spoon Trout 8PiF

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Shimano Torium, 16PGA, right hand, Multiplier fishing reel, Star Drag, TOR16PGA
Shimano Torium
Multireels
95.00 out of 100
Value for money5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics5.88 out of 10
Gear ratio4.6:1
Maximum drag15kg / 33.07lbs
Weight550g / 19.4oz
Line retireve per crank86 centimeter / 33.86 inch
Ball bearings4

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelMultireels
  • Price range~ €286.00
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size16PGA
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeStar drag
  • Handle orientationRight
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.33/411
Cormoran Spoon Trout 8PiF, 1500, left and right hand, Spinning Fishing Reel, Front Drag, 12-58150
Cormoran Spoon Trout 8PiF
Spinning
55.40 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability2.58 out of 10
Ergonomics6.42 out of 10
Gear ratio5.1:1
Maximum drag-
Weight175g / 6.17oz
Line retireve per crank61 centimeter / 24.02 inch
Ball bearings7

Technical Specifications

  • BrandCORMORAN
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €24.90
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size1500
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.14/140

Conclusion

Shimano Torium 16PGAX clearly outshines Cormoran Spoon Trout 8PiF, offering significantly better performance in maximum drag (15kg / 33,07lbs) and durability (9.5 out of 10). While Cormoran Spoon Trout 8PiF may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano Torium 16PGAX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Shimano Torium and Cormoran Spoon Trout 8PiF?

Shimano Torium 16PGAX

  • With a serious drag score of 9.2 out of 10 (15kg / 33,07lbs), this reel is made to stop big carp in their tracks, even in rough terrain or tight swims
  • Scoring 8.4 out of 10 (86 centimeter / 33.86 inch), this reel pulls line in fast enough to keep you in control even during unpredictable runs
  • Ready for saltwater, great for any multireels adventure.