Shimano Sedona 8000 FI vs Shimano Torium 16HGAL / Left-handedX

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Shimano Sedona 8000 FI

Spinning

53.90 out of 100

Value for money2.5 out of 5

Quality classLow

Durability3 out of 10

Ergonomics4 out of 10

Gear ratio4.9:1

Maximum drag11kg / 24.25lbs

Weight615g / 21.69oz

Line retireve per crank94cm / 37.00 inch

Ball bearings3 S SUS + 1 Rollerbearing

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €75.33
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size8000
Handle typeHandle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/m: 0.37/275. 0.405/230, 0.47/160 lb/yds: 12/345, 16/250, 20/185

Shimano Torium

Multireels

64.80 out of 100

Value for money4 out of 5

Quality classGood

Durability8.56 out of 10

Ergonomics5.8 out of 10

Gear ratio6.2:1

Maximum drag11kg / 24.25lbs

Weight600g / 21.16oz

Line retireve per crank-

Ball bearings3 S-ARB + 1RB

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelMultireels
Price range~ €168.60
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel size16HGAL
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeStar drag
Handle orientationLeft
Line capacity monofil-

Conclusion

Shimano Torium 16HGAL / Left-handedX edges out Shimano Sedona 8000 FI with slightly better overall performance, especially on the durability (8.56 out of 10) and the weight (600g / 21,16oz). Still, Shimano Sedona 8000 FI holds its own with strengths like a line retrieve per crank of 94cm / 37.00 inch and a gear ratio of 4.9:1, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.

What's the difference between Shimano Sedona 8000 FI and Shimano Torium?

Shimano Sedona 8000 FI

The 5.67 out of 10 (4.9:1) gear ratio gives you the power you need to handle heavy lures and strong large fish out of cover
8.9 out of 10 (94cm / 37.00 inch) in line retrieve, means it picks up line fast, very handy when chasing quick fish