Shimano Torium 50HGA / Right HandX vs Daiwa 23 EXCELER LT 5000-CX

The selected categories are different, score metrics vary from category to another.

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

Weight845g / 29.81oz

Line retireve per crank116 centimeter / 45.67 inch

Ball bearings4

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelMultireels
Price range~ €289.90
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel size50HGA
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeStar drag
Handle orientationRight
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.7/429

Daiwa 23 EXCELER LT

Spinning

67.80 out of 100

Value for money2.5 out of 5

Quality classLow

Durability3 out of 10

Ergonomics6.22 out of 10

Gear ratio5.2:1

Maximum drag12kg / 26.46lbs

Weight235g / 8.29oz

Line retireve per crank87 centimeter / 34.25 inch

Ball bearings5

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €79.33
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size5000-C
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.37/150

Conclusion

Shimano Torium 50HGA / Right HandX edges out Daiwa 23 EXCELER LT 5000-CX with slightly better overall performance, especially on the durability (9.5 out of 10) and the total score (8.34 out of 10). Still, Daiwa 23 EXCELER LT 5000-CX holds its own with strengths like a line retrieve per crank of 87 centimeter / 34.25 inch and a weight of 235g / 8,29oz, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.

What's the difference between Shimano Torium and Daiwa 23 EXCELER LT?

Shimano Torium 50HGA / Right HandX

Ready for saltwater, great for any multireels adventure.

Daiwa 23 EXCELER LT 5000-CX

With a score like 8.43 out of 10 (235g / 8,29oz), the reel feels light in the hand.. ideal for active techniques like twitching, jigging, or topwater.
8.2 out of 10 (87 centimeter / 34.25 inch) in line retrieve, means it picks up line fast, very handy when chasing quick fish