Shimano Torium 20PGAX vs Delphin IXTREK 5000X

The selected categories are different, score metrics vary from category to another.

Shimano Torium

Multireels

95.00 out of 100

Value for money5 out of 5

Quality classExcellent

Durability9.5 out of 10

Ergonomics5.87 out of 10

Gear ratio4.6:1

Maximum drag15kg / 33.07lbs

Weight560g / 19.75oz

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 size20PGA
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeStar drag
Handle orientationRight
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.37/384

Delphin IXTREK

Spinning

45.90 out of 100

Value for money2.5 out of 5

Quality classLow

Durability3 out of 10

Ergonomics4 out of 10

Gear ratio5.0:1

Maximum drag-

Weight310g / 10.93oz

Line retireve per crank-

Ball bearings6+1

Technical Specifications

BrandDELPHIN
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €49.95
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size5000
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.22/440

Conclusion

Shimano Torium 20PGAX clearly outshines Delphin IXTREK 5000X, offering significantly better performance in maximum drag (15kg / 33,07lbs) and line retrieve per crank (86 centimeter / 33.86 inch). While Delphin IXTREK 5000X may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano Torium 20PGAX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Shimano Torium and Delphin IXTREK?

Shimano Torium 20PGAX

With a serious drag score of 9.2 out of 10 (15kg / 33,07lbs), this reel is made to stop big carp in their tracks, even in rough terrain or tight swims
Scoring 8.13 out of 10 (560g / 19,75oz), this reel is impressively light for a multireel
Scoring 8.4 out of 10 (86 centimeter / 33.86 inch), this reel pulls line in fast enough to keep you in control even during unpredictable runs
Ready for saltwater, great for any multireels adventure.