Shimano Torium 30HGAL / Left-handedX vs Daiwa 17 Ballistic LT 1000D-XHX
The selected categories are different, score metrics vary from category to another.

Shimano Torium
Multireels
54.90 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classGood
Durability8.61 out of 10
Ergonomics3.8 out of 10
Gear ratio6.2:1
Maximum drag11kg / 24.25lbs
Weight1000g / 35.27oz
Line retireve per crank-
Ball bearings3 S-ARB + 1RB
Technical Specifications
- BrandSHIMANO
- The main category of the reelMultireels
- Price range~ €184.30
- Is saltwater resistantYes
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size30HGAL
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeStar drag
- Handle orientationLeft
- Line capacity monofil-

Daiwa 17 Ballistic LT
Spinning
84.20 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classGood
Durability8.6 out of 10
Ergonomics6.45 out of 10
Gear ratio6.2:1
Maximum drag5kg / 11.02lbs
Weight165g / 5.82oz
Line retireve per crank64 centimeter / 25.2 inch
Ball bearings6
Technical Specifications
- BrandDAIWA
- The main category of the reelSpinning
- Price range~ €180.40
- Is saltwater resistantYes
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size1000D-XH
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofil-
Conclusion
Daiwa 17 Ballistic LT 1000D-XHX clearly outshines Shimano Torium 30HGAL / Left-handedX, offering significantly better performance in gear ratio (6.2:1) and weight (165g / 5,82oz). While Shimano Torium 30HGAL / Left-handedX may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa 17 Ballistic LT 1000D-XHX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.
What's the difference between Shimano Torium and Daiwa 17 Ballistic LT?
Daiwa 17 Ballistic LT 1000D-XHX
- 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
- With a score like 8.9 out of 10 (165g / 5,82oz), the reel feels light in the hand.. ideal for active techniques like twitching, jigging, or topwater.
Similar comparisons

Shimano Cardiff 401A vs Shimano Sahara FJ C 3000 DHX


Daiwa 23 AIRITY LT 4000-XHX vs Shimano Stradic FM 1000FMX


Delphin CarbonIX 1000X vs Daiwa Tanacom 500


Daiwa Tanacom 500 vs Shimano Speedmaster Leverdrag II 16IIX


Shimano Stella FK C 3000 M HGX vs Shimano Aero BB C5000X


Shimano Tiagra 50AX vs Shimano Torium 16HGA / Right handX


Delphin IXCELA AL BODY 3000X vs Shimano Tiagra 50AX


Shimano Stradic FM 1000FMX vs Daiwa Tanacom 500


Delphin CarbonIX 1000X vs Shimano Tekota 500 HGA / Right handX


Shimano Stella FK C 3000 M HGX vs Daiwa Tanacom 500


Shimano Tekota 500 HGA / Right handX vs Shimano Dendou-Maru Plays 4000


Shimano Twin Power XD A C 5000 XGX vs Delphin CarbonIX 1000X


Shimano Tiagra 50AX vs Daiwa 23 LEOBRITZ 300 JL


Delphin CarbonIX 1000X vs Daiwa 20 Fuego LT 4000-CX


Daiwa 20 Fuego LT 4000-CX vs Shimano Stradic FM 1000FMX


Shimano Twin Power XD A C 5000 XGX vs Shimano FX 3000 FCX


Shimano Speedmaster Leverdrag II 16IIX vs Shimano Twin Power XD A C 5000 XGX


Shimano Tekota 500 HGA / Right handX vs Daiwa Tanacom 500


Shimano Aero BB C5000X vs Shimano FX 3000 FCX


Daiwa Tanacom 500 vs Shimano Tekota 500 HGA / Right handX
