Shimano Torium 20HGA / Right handX vs Shimano Catana FE 1000X

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Shimano Torium, 20HGA, A HG, right hand, Multiplier Reel, Star Drag, TOR20HGA
Shimano Torium
Multireels
64.90 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classGood
Durability8.57 out of 10
Ergonomics5.8 out of 10
Gear ratio6.2:1
Maximum drag11kg / 24.25lbs
Weight600g / 21.16oz
Line retireve per crank-
Ball bearings3 S-ARB + 1RB

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelMultireels
  • Price range~ €173.10
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size20HGA
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeStar drag
  • Handle orientationRight
  • Line capacity monofil-
Shimano Catana FE, 1000, left and right hand, Spinning Fishing Reel, Front Drag, CAT1000FE
Shimano Catana FE
Spinning
49.10 out of 100
Value for money3.5 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability2.67 out of 10
Ergonomics6.23 out of 10
Gear ratio5.0:1
Maximum drag3kg / 6.61lbs
Weight230g / 8.11oz
Line retireve per crank66 centimeter / 25.98 inch
Ball bearings3+1

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €30.33
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size1000
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.18/170

Conclusion

Shimano Torium 20HGA / Right handX clearly outshines Shimano Catana FE 1000X, offering significantly better performance in durability (8.57 out of 10) and total score (6.49 out of 10). While Shimano Catana FE 1000X may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano Torium 20HGA / Right handX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Shimano Torium and Shimano Catana FE?

Shimano Torium 20HGA / Right handX

  • Ready for saltwater, great for any multireels adventure.

Shimano Catana FE 1000X

  • Thanks to its 6.33 out of 10 (5.0:1) gear ratio, the reel offers a strong balance between torque and quick retrieval