Daiwa 23 AIRITY LT PC 3000X vs Delphin HORNET 40X

Daiwa 23 AIRITY LT
Spinning
95.00 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics6.38 out of 10
Gear ratio5.2:1
Maximum drag10kg / 22.05lbs
Weight185g / 6.53oz
Line retireve per crank77 centimeter / 30.31 inch
Ball bearings11
Technical Specifications
- BrandDAIWA
- The main category of the reelSpinning
- Price range~ €479.33
- Is saltwater resistantYes
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel sizePC 3000
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.23/150

Delphin HORNET
Spinning
44.40 out of 100
Value for money3.5 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability2.6 out of 10
Ergonomics4 out of 10
Gear ratio5.2:1
Maximum drag-
Weight340g / 11oz
Line retireve per crank-
Ball bearings3+1
Technical Specifications
- BrandDELPHIN
- The main category of the reelSpinning
- Price range~ €25.95
- Is saltwater resistantNo
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size40
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.8/500
Conclusion
Daiwa 23 AIRITY LT PC 3000X clearly outshines Delphin HORNET 40X, offering significantly better performance in maximum drag (10kg / 22,05lbs) and durability (9.5 out of 10). While Delphin HORNET 40X may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa 23 AIRITY LT PC 3000X is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.
What's the difference between Daiwa 23 AIRITY LT and Delphin HORNET?
Daiwa 23 AIRITY LT PC 3000X
- 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
- With a score like 8.77 out of 10 (185g / 6,53oz), the reel feels light in the hand.. ideal for active techniques like twitching, jigging, or topwater.
- 6 out of 10 (77 centimeter / 30.31 inch) in line retrieve, means the reel delivers a steady and reliable retrieve which is ideal for most everyday techniques
- Saltwater-safe design makes it perfect for spinning conditions.
Delphin HORNET 40X
- The reel scores 7 out of 10 (3+1) in bearings, offering smooth performance for regular use with no issues
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