Shimano Vanford FA 2500AX vs Shimano Torium 30HGAL / Left-handedX

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Shimano Vanford FA

Spinning

82.30 out of 100

Value for money4 out of 5

Quality classGood

Durability4.61 out of 10

Ergonomics6.42 out of 10

Gear ratio5.1:1

Maximum drag9kg / 19.84lbs

Weight175g / 6.17oz

Line retireve per crank75 centimeter / 29.53 inch

Ball bearings8

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €184.33
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size2500A
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.25/160

Shimano Torium

Multireels

54.90 out of 100

Value for money4 out of 5

Quality classGood

Durability8.61 out of 10

Ergonomics3.8 out of 10

Gear ratio6.2:1

Maximum drag11kg / 24.25lbs

Weight1000g / 35.27oz

Line retireve per crank-

Ball bearings3 S-ARB + 1RB

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelMultireels
Price range~ €184.30
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel size30HGAL
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeStar drag
Handle orientationLeft
Line capacity monofil-

Conclusion

Shimano Vanford FA 2500AX clearly outshines Shimano Torium 30HGAL / Left-handedX, offering significantly better performance in gear ratio (5.1:1) and line retrieve per crank (75 centimeter / 29.53 inch). While Shimano Torium 30HGAL / Left-handedX may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano Vanford FA 2500AX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Shimano Vanford FA and Shimano Torium?

Shimano Vanford FA 2500AX

Thanks to its 7 out of 10 (5.1:1) gear ratio, the reel offers a strong balance between torque and quick retrieval
With a score like 8.83 out of 10 (175g / 6,17oz), 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