Shimano Torium 16PGAX vs Shimano Tekota 600 HGA LCM / Right handX

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 Tekota

Multireels

66.60 out of 100

Value for money4 out of 5

Quality classGood

Durability8.59 out of 10

Ergonomics6.05 out of 10

Gear ratio6.3:1

Maximum drag11kg / 24.25lbs

Weight450g / 15.87oz

Line retireve per crank75 centimeter / 29.53 inch

Ball bearings4

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelMultireels
Price range~ €177.60
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel size600 HGA LCM
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeStar drag
Handle orientationRight
Line capacity monofillbs/yds: 12/440

Conclusion

Shimano Torium 16PGAX clearly outshines Shimano Tekota 600 HGA LCM / Right handX, offering significantly better performance in gear ratio (4.6:1) and total score (9.5 out of 10). While Shimano Tekota 600 HGA LCM / Right handX may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano Torium 16PGAX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.