Shimano Torium 30HGA / Right handX vs Shimano Exsence C 3000 MHGAX

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Shimano Torium, 30HGA, A HG, right hand, Multiplier Reel, Star Drag, TOR30HGA
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 Exsence, C 3000 MHGA, left and right hand, Saltwater Spinning Fishing Reel, Front Drag, EXSC3000MHGA
Shimano Exsence
Spinning
95.00 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics6.4 out of 10
Gear ratio6.0:1
Maximum drag9kg / 19.84lbs
Weight180g / 6.35oz
Line retireve per crank88 centimeter / 34.65 inch
Ball bearings12

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €416.33
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel sizeC 3000 MHGA
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.25/125

Conclusion

Shimano Exsence C 3000 MHGAX clearly outshines Shimano Torium 30HGA / Right handX, offering significantly better performance in gear ratio (6.0:1) and line retrieve per crank (88 centimeter / 34.65 inch). While Shimano Torium 30HGA / Right handX may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano Exsence C 3000 MHGAX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Shimano Torium and Shimano Exsence?

Shimano Torium 30HGA / Right handX

  • With premium bearings scoring 5 out of 10 (3 S-ARB + 1RB), this reel delivers buttery smooth operation even with load

Shimano Exsence C 3000 MHGAX

  • A fast gear ratio of 9.6 out of 10 (6.0:1), means the reel is built for speed and it's perfect for active retrieves, and quick follow ups
  • 8.3 out of 10 (88 centimeter / 34.65 inch) in line retrieve, means it picks up line fast, very handy when chasing quick fish