Shimano Ultegra C3000HGDX vs Shimano Torium 40HGA / Right HandX

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

Shimano Ultegra

Spinning

92.50 out of 100

Value for money5 out of 5

Quality classGood

Durability8.5 out of 10

Ergonomics6.27 out of 10

Gear ratio5.8:1

Maximum drag9kg / 19.84lbs

Weight220g / 7.76oz

Line retireve per crank86 centimeter / 33.86 inch

Ball bearings6

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €132.00
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel sizeC3000HGD
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.3/130

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

Conclusion

Both Shimano Ultegra C3000HGDX and Shimano Torium 40HGA / Right HandX perform at a similar level overall, so the better choice depends on what matters more to you, Shimano Ultegra C3000HGDX offers a line retrieve per crank of 86 centimeter / 33.86 inch, while Shimano Torium 40HGA / Right HandX stands out for a durability of 9.5 out of 10. Your decision should be guided by your fishing style and target species.

What's the difference between Shimano Ultegra and Shimano Torium?

Shimano Ultegra C3000HGDX

With a score like 8.53 out of 10 (220g / 7,76oz), the reel feels light in the hand.. ideal for active techniques like twitching, jigging, or topwater.
8.1 out of 10 (86 centimeter / 33.86 inch) in line retrieve, means it picks up line fast, very handy when chasing quick fish