Shimano Torium 50HGA / Right HandX vs Shimano Cardiff 201A

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

Shimano Cardiff 201A
Multireels
35.00 out of 100
Value for money3.5 out of 5
Quality classMedium
Durability3.69 out of 10
Ergonomics6.42 out of 10
Gear ratio5.8:1
Maximum drag5kg / 11.02 lbs
Weight230g / 8.11oz
Line retireve per crank61cm / 24.01 inch
Ball bearings4 A-RB + 1 RB
Technical Specifications
- BrandSHIMANO
- The main category of the reelMultireels
- Price range~ €88.60
- Is saltwater resistantNo
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size201
- Handle typeDouble handle
- Drag typeStar drag
- Handle orientationLeft
- Line capacity monofilmm/m: 0.20/315. 0.25/255, 0.30/195 lb-yds: 8/230, 10/210, 14/120
Conclusion
Shimano Torium 50HGA / Right HandX clearly outshines Shimano Cardiff 201A, offering significantly better performance in gear ratio (5.1:1) and maximum drag (14kg / 30,86lbs). While Shimano Cardiff 201A 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 Shimano Cardiff 201A?
Shimano Torium 50HGA / Right HandX
- Higher gear ratio of 5.1:1 (scoring 9.2 out of 10), provides more speed meaning a better solution when quick retrieves really count
- Strong, smooth resistance with a drag power of 14kg / 30,86lbs (8.8), great for keeping heavy fish in check, especially near obstacles
- Ready for saltwater, great for any multireels adventure.
Similar comparisons

Shimano Speedmaster Leverdrag II 12IIX vs Shimano Tiagra 130AX


Daiwa Tanacom 500 vs Shimano Tiagra 50WLRSAX


Shimano Tiagra 50AX vs Shimano TLD II A 30 IIX


Shimano Tiagra 50AX vs Shimano Talica II 16IIAX


Daiwa TANACOM 1200X vs Shimano Cardiff 301A


Shimano Speedmaster Leverdrag II 8IIX vs Shimano Tiagra 50AX


Shimano Torium 30HGAL / Left-handedX vs Shimano Tiagra 50WLRSAX


Shimano Tiagra 130AX vs Shimano Tiagra 50WLRSAX


Shimano Tiagra 50WLRSAX vs Shimano TLD II A 30 IIX


Shimano Talica II 12IIAX vs Shimano TLD II A 50 IIX


Shimano Speedmaster Leverdrag II 10IIX vs Shimano TLD II A 30 IIX


Shimano TLD II A 30 IIX vs Shimano Speedmaster Leverdrag II 10IIX


Shimano Talica II 16IIAX vs Shimano Cardiff 401A


Shimano Torium 30HGAL / Left-handedX vs Shimano Speedmaster Leverdrag II 8IIX


Shimano Tiagra 50AX vs Shimano Tiagra 130AX


Shimano Tiagra 50WLRSAX vs Shimano Tiagra 30WLRSAX


Shimano Cardiff 301A vs Shimano Tekota 600 HGA LCM / Right handX


Daiwa Tanacom 500 vs Shimano Torium 30HGAL / Left-handedX


Shimano Cardiff 301A vs Shimano Speedmaster Leverdrag II 8IIX


Shimano Tekota 600 HGA LCM / Right handX vs Shimano TLD II A 50 IIX
