Shimano Torium 20HGA / Right handX vs Shimano Sahara 3000 SS DH HG R

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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 Sahara 3000 SS DH HG R, Spinning reel with rear drag
Shimano Sahara 3000 SS DH HG R
Spinning
37.00 out of 100
Value for money2.5 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability3 out of 10
Ergonomics2 out of 10
Gear ratio6.2:1
Maximum drag2kg / 4.41 lbs
Weight335g / 11.82oz
Line retireve per crank91cm / 35.83 inch
Ball bearings3 S SUS + 1 Rollerbearing

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €51.33
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size3000 SS DH HG
  • Handle typeDouble handle
  • Drag typeRead drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/m: 0.25/260. 0.30/180, 0.35/130

Conclusion

Shimano Torium 20HGA / Right handX clearly outshines Shimano Sahara 3000 SS DH HG R, offering significantly better performance in durability (8.57 out of 10) and weight (600g / 21,16oz). While Shimano Sahara 3000 SS DH HG R 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 Sahara 3000 SS DH HG R?

Shimano Torium 20HGA / Right handX

  • A drag score of 6.54 out of 10 (11kg / 24,25lbs) means you’re covered for most average carp battles without overthinking it
  • Scoring 8 out of 10 (600g / 21,16oz), this reel is impressively light for a multireel
  • Ready for saltwater, great for any multireels adventure.

Shimano Sahara 3000 SS DH HG R

  • A fast gear ratio of 10 out of 10 (6.2:1), means the reel is built for speed and it's perfect for active retrieves, and quick follow ups
  • 8.6 out of 10 (91cm / 35.83 inch) in line retrieve, means it picks up line fast, very handy when chasing quick fish