Daiwa 22 Caldia LT (MQ) 2500-XHX vs Delphin IXTREK 3000X

Daiwa 22 Caldia LT (MQ)

Spinning

95.00 out of 100

Value for money4.5 out of 5

Quality classGood

Durability8.54 out of 10

Ergonomics6.35 out of 10

Gear ratio6.2:1

Maximum drag10kg / 22.05lbs

Weight195g / 6.88oz

Line retireve per crank87 centimeter / 34.25 inch

Ball bearings6

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €163.20
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel size2500-XH
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.2/150

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 22 Caldia LT (MQ) 2500-XHX clearly outshines Delphin IXTREK 3000X, offering significantly better performance in maximum drag (10kg / 22,05lbs) and line retrieve per crank (87 centimeter / 34.25 inch). While Delphin IXTREK 3000X may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa 22 Caldia LT (MQ) 2500-XHX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Daiwa 22 Caldia LT (MQ) and Delphin IXTREK?

Daiwa 22 Caldia LT (MQ) 2500-XHX

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
8.2 out of 10 (87 centimeter / 34.25 inch) in line retrieve, means it picks up line fast, very handy when chasing quick fish
Saltwater-safe design makes it perfect for spinning conditions.