Daiwa 18 TDR Match and Feeder QD 2508X vs Delphin HORNET 40X

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Daiwa 18 TDR Match and Feeder QD

Feeder And Match

95.00 out of 100

Value for money5 out of 5

Quality classExcellent

Durability5.5 out of 10

Ergonomics6.04 out of 10

Gear ratio4.8:1

Maximum drag10kg / 22.05lbs

Weight265g / 9.35oz

Line retireve per crank72 centimeter / 28.35 inch

Ball bearings8

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelFeeder and match
Price range~ €187.00
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size2508
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.23/150

Delphin HORNET

Spinning

44.40 out of 100

Value for money3.5 out of 5

Quality classLow

Durability2.6 out of 10

Ergonomics4 out of 10

Gear ratio5.2:1

Maximum drag-

Weight340g / 11oz

Line retireve per crank-

Ball bearings3+1

Technical Specifications

BrandDELPHIN
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €25.95
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size40
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.8/500

Conclusion

Daiwa 18 TDR Match and Feeder QD 2508X clearly outshines Delphin HORNET 40X, offering significantly better performance in maximum drag (10kg / 22,05lbs) and line retrieve per crank (72 centimeter / 28.35 inch). While Delphin HORNET 40X may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa 18 TDR Match and Feeder QD 2508X is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Daiwa 18 TDR Match and Feeder QD and Delphin HORNET?

Daiwa 18 TDR Match and Feeder QD 2508X

With a maximum drag of 10 out of 10 (10kg / 22,05lbs), this reel offers excellent stopping power, giving fishermen the confidence to handle pressure situations with ease
Rated 8.49 out of 10 (265g / 9,35oz) in weight, this reel strikes a great balance between sturdiness and lightness, making it great for consistent feeder casting
With a line retrieve of 72 centimeter / 28.35 inch (5.29 out of 10), this reel retrieves slowly.. suitable for relaxed feeder fishing