Shimano Torium 30HGA / Right handX vs Shimano AERO XR C5000X

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Shimano Torium

Multireels

64.90 out of 100

Value for money4 out of 5

Quality classGood

Durability8.6 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~ €179.90
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel size30HGA
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeStar drag
Handle orientationRight
Line capacity monofil-

Shimano AERO XR

Feeder And Match

79.20 out of 100

Value for money4.5 out of 5

Quality classGood

Durability4.5 out of 10

Ergonomics6.09 out of 10

Gear ratio4.7

Maximum drag11kg / 24.25lbs

Weight250g / 8.82oz

Line retireve per crank80 centimeter / 31.5 inch

Ball bearings5+1

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelFeeder and match
Price range~ €125.33
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel sizeC5000
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.4/120

Conclusion

Shimano AERO XR C5000X edges out Shimano Torium 30HGA / Right handX with slightly better overall performance, especially on the line retrieve per crank (80 centimeter / 31.5 inch) and the gear ratio (4.7). Still, Shimano Torium 30HGA / Right handX holds its own with strengths like a durability of 8.6 out of 10, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.

What's the difference between Shimano Torium and Shimano AERO XR?

Shimano Torium 30HGA / Right handX

Ready for saltwater, great for any multireels adventure.

Shimano AERO XR C5000X

The reel delivers balanced performance, suitable for most feeder and match situations without compromising too much on retrieve speed
This reel provides steady retrieval 80 centimeter / 31.5 inch (6.43 out of 10), good enough for most feeder and match scenarios