Daiwa 23 MATCHMAN 2500X vs Delphin IXTREK 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 IXTREK
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-
Weight310g / 10.93oz
Line retireve per crank-
Ball bearings6+1
Technical Specifications
- BrandDELPHIN
- The main category of the reelSpinning
- Price range~ €49.95
- 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 IXTREK 5000X, offering significantly better performance in line retrieve per crank (80 centimeter / 31.5 inch) and maximum drag (4kg / 8,82lbs). While Delphin IXTREK 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 IXTREK?
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
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