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

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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
Daiwa 23 LEXA LT , 5000-C, left and right hand, Spinning Fishing Reel, Front Drag, 10228-500
Daiwa 23 LEXA LT
Spinning
84.40 out of 100
Value for money4.5 out of 5
Quality classGood
Durability4.56 out of 10
Ergonomics6.07 out of 10
Gear ratio5.2:1
Maximum drag12kg / 26.46lbs
Weight280g / 9.88oz
Line retireve per crank87 centimeter / 34.25 inch
Ball bearings5

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDAIWA
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €168.33
  • 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 edges out Daiwa 23 LEXA LT 5000-CX with slightly better overall performance, especially on the durability (9.5 out of 10) and the total score (9.5 out of 10). Still, Daiwa 23 LEXA LT 5000-CX holds its own with strengths like a ball bearings of 5 and a maximum drag of 12kg / 26,46lbs, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.

What's the difference between Shimano Torium and Daiwa 23 LEXA LT?

Shimano Torium 16PGAX

  • Ready for saltwater, great for any multireels adventure.