Shimano Torium 16PGAX vs Shimano Sedona FJ 500 500X

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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

Shimano Sedona FJ 500

Spinning

500x

60.50 out of 100

Value for money3 out of 5

Quality classLow

Durability7 out of 10

Ergonomics6.43 out of 10

Gear ratio5.6:1

Maximum drag3kg / 6.61lbs

Weight170g / 6oz

Line retireve per crank69 centimeter / 27.17 inch

Ball bearings4

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €52.33
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel size500
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.2/110

Conclusion

Shimano Torium 16PGAX clearly outshines Shimano Sedona FJ 500 500X, offering significantly better performance in line retrieve per crank (86 centimeter / 33.86 inch) and maximum drag (15kg / 33,07lbs). While Shimano Sedona FJ 500 500X may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano Torium 16PGAX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.