Shimano Torium 40HGA / Right HandX vs Shimano Sedona 2500 HG FI

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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
Shimano Sedona 2500 HG FI, Spinning reel with front drag
Shimano Sedona 2500 HG FI
Spinning
63.40 out of 100
Value for money3 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability3 out of 10
Ergonomics6.18 out of 10
Gear ratio6.2:1
Maximum drag4kg / 8.82 lbs
Weight245g / 8.64oz
Line retireve per crank91cm / 35.83 inch
Ball bearings3 S SUS + 1 Rollerbearing

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €52.80
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size2500 HG FI
  • Handle typeHandle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/m: 0.18/290. 0.20/240, 0.25/160 lb/yds: 6/200, 8/140, 10/120

Conclusion

Shimano Torium 40HGA / Right HandX edges out Shimano Sedona 2500 HG FI with slightly better overall performance, especially on the durability (9.5 out of 10) and the maximum drag (14kg / 30,86lbs). Still, Shimano Sedona 2500 HG FI holds its own with strengths like a line retrieve per crank of 91cm / 35.83 inch and a weight of 245g / 8.64oz, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.

What's the difference between Shimano Torium and Shimano Sedona 2500 HG FI?

Shimano Torium 40HGA / Right HandX

  • Ready for saltwater, great for any multireels adventure.

Shimano Sedona 2500 HG FI

  • With a score like 8.37 out of 10 (245g / 8.64oz), the reel feels light in the hand.. ideal for active techniques like twitching, jigging, or topwater.
  • 8.6 out of 10 (91cm / 35.83 inch) in line retrieve, means it picks up line fast, very handy when chasing quick fish