Daiwa 20 Ballistic EX LT 2500DX vs Delphin ELIXIR 5000X

Daiwa 20 Ballistic EX LT, 2500D, left and right hand, Spinning Fishing Reel, Front Drag, 10411-255
Daiwa 20 Ballistic EX LT
Spinning
89.90 out of 100
Value for money4.5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability5.5 out of 10
Ergonomics6.43 out of 10
Gear ratio5.3:1
Maximum drag10kg / 22.05lbs
Weight170g / 6oz
Line retireve per crank75 centimeter / 29.53 inch
Ball bearings11

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDAIWA
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €210.20
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size2500D
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.28/150
Delphin ELIXIR, 5000, left and right hand, Spinning & Feeder Fishing Reel, Front Drag, 101003250
Delphin ELIXIR
Spinning
52.50 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability2.52 out of 10
Ergonomics6.04 out of 10
Gear ratio5.0:1
Maximum drag-
Weight288g / 10.16oz
Line retireve per crank-
Ball bearings3+1

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDELPHIN
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €20.95
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size5000
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.2/450

Conclusion

Daiwa 20 Ballistic EX LT 2500DX clearly outshines Delphin ELIXIR 5000X, offering significantly better performance in maximum drag (10kg / 22,05lbs) and line retrieve per crank (75 centimeter / 29.53 inch). While Delphin ELIXIR 5000X may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa 20 Ballistic EX LT 2500DX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Daiwa 20 Ballistic EX LT and Delphin ELIXIR?

Daiwa 20 Ballistic EX LT 2500DX

  • With a great drag score 9.6 out of 10 (10kg / 22,05lbs), the reel is built to handle big fish confidently.. whatever the setting, freshwater or inshore salt
  • 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

Delphin ELIXIR 5000X

  • The reel scores 7 out of 10 (3+1) in bearings, offering smooth performance for regular use with no issues