Daiwa 20 Saltiga (G) 18000-HX vs Delphin INKS 2000X
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Daiwa 20 Saltiga (G)
Seafishing
67.80 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
Weight885g / 31.22oz
Line retireve per crank131 centimeter / 51.57 inch
Ball bearings12
Technical Specifications
- BrandDAIWA
- The main category of the reelSeafishing
- Price range~ €850.33
- Is saltwater resistantYes
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size18000-H
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.47/300

Delphin INKS
Spinning
54.90 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability2.53 out of 10
Ergonomics6.17 out of 10
Gear ratio5.1:1
Maximum drag-
Weight250g / 8.82oz
Line retireve per crank-
Ball bearings3+1
Technical Specifications
- BrandDELPHIN
- The main category of the reelSpinning
- Price range~ €21.95
- Is saltwater resistantNo
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size2000
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.14/400
Conclusion
Daiwa 20 Saltiga (G) 18000-HX edges out Delphin INKS 2000X with slightly better overall performance, especially on the maximum drag (30kg / 66,14lbs) and the durability (9.5 out of 10). Still, Delphin INKS 2000X holds its own with strengths like a gear ratio of 5.1:1 and a ball bearings of 3+1, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.
What's the difference between Daiwa 20 Saltiga (G) and Delphin INKS?
Daiwa 20 Saltiga (G) 18000-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 INKS 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 8.33 out of 10 (250g / 8,82oz), the reel feels light in the hand.. ideal for active techniques like twitching, jigging, or topwater.
- The reel scores 7 out of 10 (3+1) in bearings, offering smooth performance for regular use with no issues
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