Shimano Torium 50HGA / Right HandX vs Daiwa 23 NINJA LT LT2500X

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 NINJA LT

Spinning

62.60 out of 100

Value for money3 out of 5

Quality classLow

Durability2.99 out of 10

Ergonomics6.23 out of 10

Gear ratio5.3:1

Maximum drag10kg / 22.05lbs

Weight230g / 8.11oz

Line retireve per crank75 centimeter / 29.53 inch

Ball bearings4

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €49.33
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel sizeLT2500
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.2/150

Conclusion

Shimano Torium 50HGA / Right HandX clearly outshines Daiwa 23 NINJA LT LT2500X, offering significantly better performance in durability (9.5 out of 10) and total score (8.34 out of 10). While Daiwa 23 NINJA LT LT2500X may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano Torium 50HGA / Right HandX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

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

Shimano Torium 50HGA / Right HandX

Ready for saltwater, great for any multireels adventure.

Daiwa 23 NINJA LT LT2500X

With a score like 8.47 out of 10 (230g / 8,11oz), 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