Shimano Torium 30HGAL / Left-handedX vs Daiwa 20 Ballistic EX LT 2500DX
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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 20 Ballistic EX LT
Spinning
89.90 out of 100
Value for money4.5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability5.5 out of 10
Ergonomics6.43 out of 10
Gear ratio5.3:1
Maximum drag10kg / 22.05lbs
Weight170g / 6oz
Line retireve per crank75 centimeter / 29.53 inch
Ball bearings11
Technical Specifications
- BrandDAIWA
- The main category of the reelSpinning
- Price range~ €210.20
- Is saltwater resistantNo
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size2500D
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.28/150
Conclusion
Daiwa 20 Ballistic EX LT 2500DX clearly outshines Shimano Torium 30HGAL / Left-handedX, offering significantly better performance in gear ratio (5.3:1) and line retrieve per crank (75 centimeter / 29.53 inch). While Shimano Torium 30HGAL / Left-handedX may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa 20 Ballistic EX LT 2500DX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.
What's the difference between Shimano Torium and Daiwa 20 Ballistic EX LT?
Shimano Torium 30HGAL / Left-handedX
- With premium bearings scoring 5 out of 10 (3 S-ARB + 1RB), this reel delivers buttery smooth operation even with load
- Ready for saltwater, great for any multireels adventure.
Daiwa 20 Ballistic EX LT 2500DX
- The reel brings in line quickly with its 8.2 out of 10 (5.3:1) rating, making it a great fit for power fishing
- With a score like 8.87 out of 10 (170g / 6oz), the reel feels light in the hand.. ideal for active techniques like twitching, jigging, or topwater.
- When it comes to retrieve speed, a score of 5.71 out of 10 (75 centimeter / 29.53 inch) means slower line pickup, great when you need more control for slower fishing styles
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