Shimano Torium 16PGAX vs Daiwa 23 EXCELER LT 5000-CX
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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

Daiwa 23 EXCELER LT
Spinning
67.80 out of 100
Value for money2.5 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability3 out of 10
Ergonomics6.22 out of 10
Gear ratio5.2:1
Maximum drag12kg / 26.46lbs
Weight235g / 8.29oz
Line retireve per crank87 centimeter / 34.25 inch
Ball bearings5
Technical Specifications
- BrandDAIWA
- The main category of the reelSpinning
- Price range~ €79.33
- Is saltwater resistantNo
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size5000-C
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.37/150
Conclusion
Shimano Torium 16PGAX clearly outshines Daiwa 23 EXCELER LT 5000-CX, offering significantly better performance in durability (9.5 out of 10) and total score (9.5 out of 10). While Daiwa 23 EXCELER LT 5000-CX 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 Daiwa 23 EXCELER LT?
Shimano Torium 16PGAX
- Ready for saltwater, great for any multireels adventure.
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