Shimano Torium 40HGA / Right HandX vs Daiwa BG 1500X

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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 BG, 1500, left and right hand, Sea Spinning Fishing Reel, Front Drag, 10460-150
Daiwa BG
Spinning
73.00 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classMedium
Durability7.69 out of 10
Ergonomics6.2 out of 10
Gear ratio5.6:1
Maximum drag0lbs
Weight240g / 8.47oz
Line retireve per crank72 centimeter / 28.35 inch
Ball bearings6

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDAIWA
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €87.80
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size1500
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.2/140

Conclusion

Shimano Torium 40HGA / Right HandX edges out Daiwa BG 1500X with slightly better overall performance, especially on the maximum drag (14kg / 30,86lbs) and the durability (9.5 out of 10). Still, Daiwa BG 1500X holds its own with strengths like a weight of 240g / 8,47oz and a line retrieve per crank of 72 centimeter / 28.35 inch, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.

What's the difference between Shimano Torium and Daiwa BG?

Shimano Torium 40HGA / Right HandX

  • Strong, smooth resistance with a drag power of 14kg / 30,86lbs (8.8), great for keeping heavy fish in check, especially near obstacles

Daiwa BG 1500X

  • With a score like 8.4 out of 10 (240g / 8,47oz), 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 5.29 out of 10 (72 centimeter / 28.35 inch) means slower line pickup, great when you need more control for slower fishing styles