Daiwa 17 Ballistic LT 1000D-XHX vs Delphin HORNET 30X

Daiwa 17 Ballistic LT

Spinning

84.20 out of 100

Value for money4 out of 5

Quality classGood

Durability8.6 out of 10

Ergonomics6.45 out of 10

Gear ratio6.2:1

Maximum drag5kg / 11.02lbs

Weight165g / 5.82oz

Line retireve per crank64 centimeter / 25.2 inch

Ball bearings6

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €180.40
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel size1000D-XH
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofil-

Delphin HORNET

Spinning

57.20 out of 100

Value for money4 out of 5

Quality classLow

Durability2.58 out of 10

Ergonomics6.13 out of 10

Gear ratio5.2:1

Maximum drag-

Weight260g / 9oz

Line retireve per crank-

Ball bearings3+1

Technical Specifications

BrandDELPHIN
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €24.95
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size30
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.16/430

Conclusion

Daiwa 17 Ballistic LT 1000D-XHX clearly outshines Delphin HORNET 30X, offering significantly better performance in maximum drag (5kg / 11,02lbs) and durability (8.6 out of 10). While Delphin HORNET 30X may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa 17 Ballistic LT 1000D-XHX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Daiwa 17 Ballistic LT and Delphin HORNET?

Daiwa 17 Ballistic LT 1000D-XHX

A drag rating of 6.38 out of 10 (5kg / 11,02lbs) gives you steady control and it's perfect for most freshwater fish and light saltwater action
Saltwater-safe design makes it perfect for spinning conditions.