Daiwa 23 MATCHMAN 2500X vs Delphin IXCELA AL BODY 5000X

Daiwa 23 MATCHMAN
Spinning
53.50 out of 100
Value for money3 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability2.92 out of 10
Ergonomics6 out of 10
Gear ratio5.3:1
Maximum drag4kg / 8.82lbs
Weight300g / 10.58oz
Line retireve per crank80 centimeter / 31.5 inch
Ball bearings3
Technical Specifications
- BrandDAIWA
- The main category of the reelSpinning
- Price range~ €45.33
- Is saltwater resistantNo
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size2500
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.28/150

Delphin IXCELA AL BODY
Spinning
45.90 out of 100
Value for money2.5 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability3 out of 10
Ergonomics4 out of 10
Gear ratio5.0:1
Maximum drag-
Weight334g / 11.78oz
Line retireve per crank-
Ball bearings6+1
Technical Specifications
- BrandDELPHIN
- The main category of the reelSpinning
- Price range~ €59.95
- Is saltwater resistantNo
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size5000
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.22/440
Conclusion
Daiwa 23 MATCHMAN 2500X clearly outshines Delphin IXCELA AL BODY 5000X, offering significantly better performance in line retrieve per crank (80 centimeter / 31.5 inch) and maximum drag (4kg / 8,82lbs). While Delphin IXCELA AL BODY 5000X may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa 23 MATCHMAN 2500X is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.
What's the difference between Daiwa 23 MATCHMAN and Delphin IXCELA AL BODY?
Daiwa 23 MATCHMAN 2500X
- Designed with a light drag at 5.69 out of 10 (4kg / 8,82lbs), the reel is perfect when you're going after small fish or using ultralight setups
- With a score like 8 out of 10 (300g / 10,58oz), the reel feels light in the hand.. ideal for active techniques like twitching, jigging, or topwater.
- 6.43 out of 10 (80 centimeter / 31.5 inch) in line retrieve, means the reel delivers a steady and reliable retrieve which is ideal for most everyday techniques
Similar comparisons

Shimano 20 Stella 5000 HGX vs Daiwa Regal LT 2500 DX


Shimano Sedona FJ C2000SHGFJX vs Daiwa Fuego LT 3000D-CX


Penn FIERCE IV 3000X vs Daiwa BG 3000X


Daiwa 24 REGAL LT 3000D-CXH 3000D-CXHX vs Shimano Sedona FJ C2000SHGFJX


Shimano Twin Power FE 4000PGFEX vs Daiwa 20 Exceler LT 1000X


Daiwa Regal LT 2500 DX vs Shimano Sedona FJ C2000SHGFJX


Daiwa 20 Exceler LT 1000X vs Daiwa 23 Revros LT 2500X


Shimano 20 Stella 5000 HGX vs Daiwa 24 CERTATE(G) 2500DX


Daiwa 24 CERTATE(G) 2500DX vs Daiwa Regal LT 2500 DX


Daiwa 20 Exceler LT 1000X vs Daiwa 24 REGAL LT 3000D-CXH 3000D-CXHX


Daiwa Regal LT 2500 DX vs Daiwa 20 Legalis LT 3000-CX


Delphin CarbonIX 3000X vs Shimano Twin Power FE 4000PGFEX


Shimano Catana FE C 3000 HGX vs Daiwa 24 CERTATE(G) 4000D-CX


Daiwa 23 AIRITY LT 4000-XHX vs Shimano Sedona FJ C2000SHGFJX


Daiwa BG 3000X vs Daiwa 20 Legalis LT 3000-CX


Daiwa 23 AIRITY LT 4000-XHX vs Daiwa 21 PROREX MQ LT 3000-CXHX


Shimano Twin Power FE 4000PGFEX vs Daiwa 20 Legalis LT 3000-CX


Daiwa BG 3000X vs Daiwa 24 REGAL LT 3000D-CXH 3000D-CXHX


Penn FIERCE IV 3000X vs Daiwa 24 CERTATE(G) 2500DX


Daiwa BG 3000X vs Daiwa 20 Exceler LT 1000X
