Daiwa 20 Saltiga (G) 20000-HX vs Delphin CarbonIX 2000X

The selected categories are different, score metrics vary from category to another.

Daiwa 20 Saltiga (G)

Seafishing

68.80 out of 100

Value for money3 out of 5

Quality classExcellent

Durability9.5 out of 10

Ergonomics3.4 out of 10

Gear ratio5.8:1

Maximum drag30kg / 66.14lbs

Weight890g / 31.39oz

Line retireve per crank143 centimeter / 56.3 inch

Ball bearings12

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelSeafishing
Price range~ €889.33
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel size20000-H
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.55/300

Delphin CarbonIX

Spinning

49.70 out of 100

Value for money3 out of 5

Quality classLow

Durability2.88 out of 10

Ergonomics6.3 out of 10

Gear ratio5.1:1

Maximum drag0lbs

Weight210g / 7.41oz

Line retireve per crank0 inch

Ball bearings5+1

Technical Specifications

BrandDELPHIN
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €42.95
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size2000
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.12/227

Conclusion

Daiwa 20 Saltiga (G) 20000-HX clearly outshines Delphin CarbonIX 2000X, offering significantly better performance in maximum drag (30kg / 66,14lbs) and durability (9.5 out of 10). While Delphin CarbonIX 2000X may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa 20 Saltiga (G) 20000-HX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Daiwa 20 Saltiga (G) and Delphin CarbonIX?

Daiwa 20 Saltiga (G) 20000-HX

With a drag score of 10 out of 10 (30kg / 66,14lbs), the reel is built to handle serious pressure from large saltwater predators
Built tough for the salt, ideal for seafishing.

Delphin CarbonIX 2000X

Thanks to its 7 out of 10 (5.1:1) gear ratio, the reel offers a strong balance between torque and quick retrieval
With a score like 8.6 out of 10 (210g / 7,41oz), the reel feels light in the hand.. ideal for active techniques like twitching, jigging, or topwater.
Landing a score of 8.67 out of 10 (5+1) in bearings, it feels smooth and controlled. Great when you're fishing actively and want consistency