Shimano Torium 40HGA / Right HandX vs Daiwa 20 Legalis LT 2000-XHX

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Shimano Torium, 40HGA, right hand, Multiplier fishing reel, Star Drag, TOR40HGA
Shimano Torium
Multireels
83.40 out of 100
Value for money4.5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics3.8 out of 10
Gear ratio5.1:1
Maximum drag14kg / 30.86lbs
Weight790g / 27.87oz
Line retireve per crank116 centimeter / 45.67 inch
Ball bearings4

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelMultireels
  • Price range~ €279.90
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size40HGA
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeStar drag
  • Handle orientationRight
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.6/429
Daiwa 20 Legalis LT, 2000-XH, left and right hand, Spinning Fishing Reel, Front Drag, 10425-201
Daiwa 20 Legalis LT
Spinning
63.90 out of 100
Value for money3 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability3 out of 10
Ergonomics6.38 out of 10
Gear ratio6.2:1
Maximum drag5kg / 11.02lbs
Weight185g / 6.53oz
Line retireve per crank81 centimeter / 31.89 inch
Ball bearings5

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDAIWA
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €58.00
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size2000-XH
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.16/150

Conclusion

Shimano Torium 40HGA / Right HandX edges out Daiwa 20 Legalis LT 2000-XHX with slightly better overall performance, especially on the durability (9.5 out of 10) and the maximum drag (14kg / 30,86lbs). Still, Daiwa 20 Legalis LT 2000-XHX holds its own with strengths like a line retrieve per crank of 81 centimeter / 31.89 inch and a weight of 185g / 6,53oz, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.

What's the difference between Shimano Torium and Daiwa 20 Legalis LT?

Shimano Torium 40HGA / Right HandX

  • Ready for saltwater, great for any multireels adventure.

Daiwa 20 Legalis LT 2000-XHX

  • With a score like 8.77 out of 10 (185g / 6,53oz), the reel feels light in the hand.. ideal for active techniques like twitching, jigging, or topwater.
  • 6.57 out of 10 (81 centimeter / 31.89 inch) in line retrieve, means the reel delivers a steady and reliable retrieve which is ideal for most everyday techniques