Daiwa 21 Ballistic MQ LT 4000D-CX vs Delphin IXTREK 3000X

Daiwa 21 Ballistic MQ LT

Spinning

95.00 out of 100

Value for money5 out of 5

Quality classExcellent

Durability5.5 out of 10

Ergonomics6.23 out of 10

Gear ratio5.2:1

Maximum drag12kg / 26.46lbs

Weight230g / 8.11oz

Line retireve per crank82 centimeter / 32.28 inch

Ball bearings8

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €218.10
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size4000D-C
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.37/150

Delphin IXTREK

Spinning

60.20 out of 100

Value for money3 out of 5

Quality classLow

Durability2.9 out of 10

Ergonomics6.15 out of 10

Gear ratio5.1:1

Maximum drag-

Weight254g / 8.96oz

Line retireve per crank-

Ball bearings6+1

Technical Specifications

BrandDELPHIN
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €43.95
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size3000
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.14/360

Conclusion

Daiwa 21 Ballistic MQ LT 4000D-CX clearly outshines Delphin IXTREK 3000X, offering significantly better performance in maximum drag (12kg / 26,46lbs) and line retrieve per crank (82 centimeter / 32.28 inch). While Delphin IXTREK 3000X may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa 21 Ballistic MQ LT 4000D-CX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Daiwa 21 Ballistic MQ LT and Delphin IXTREK?

Daiwa 21 Ballistic MQ LT 4000D-CX

With a great drag score 10 out of 10 (12kg / 26,46lbs), the reel is built to handle big fish confidently.. whatever the setting, freshwater or inshore salt
6.71 out of 10 (82 centimeter / 32.28 inch) in line retrieve, means the reel delivers a steady and reliable retrieve which is ideal for most everyday techniques