Shimano Cardiff 201A vs Shimano Torium 14HGA / Right handX

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

Shimano Torium
Multireels
71.10 out of 100
Value for money4.5 out of 5
Quality classGood
Durability8.52 out of 10
Ergonomics6.09 out of 10
Gear ratio6.3:1
Maximum drag15kg / 33.07lbs
Weight425g / 14.99oz
Line retireve per crank-
Ball bearings3 S-ARB + 1RB
Technical Specifications
- BrandSHIMANO
- The main category of the reelMultireels
- Price range~ €157.40
- Is saltwater resistantYes
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size14HGA
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeStar drag
- Handle orientationRight
- Line capacity monofil-
Conclusion
Shimano Torium 14HGA / Right handX clearly outshines Shimano Cardiff 201A, offering significantly better performance in maximum drag (15kg / 33,07lbs) and durability (8.52 out of 10). While Shimano Cardiff 201A may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano Torium 14HGA / Right handX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.
What's the difference between Shimano Cardiff 201A and Shimano Torium?
Shimano Torium 14HGA / Right handX
- With a serious drag score of 9.2 out of 10 (15kg / 33,07lbs), this reel is made to stop big carp in their tracks, even in rough terrain or tight swims
- Ready for saltwater, great for any multireels adventure.
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