Daiwa 23 MATCHMAN 2500X vs Delphin QUEEN MonoDRAG 3000X

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 QUEEN MonoDRAG

Spinning

48.20 out of 100

Value for money3.5 out of 5

Quality classLow

Durability2.72 out of 10

Ergonomics6.05 out of 10

Gear ratio5.1:1

Maximum drag0lbs

Weight284g / 10.02oz

Line retireve per crank0 inch

Ball bearings5+1

Technical Specifications

BrandDELPHIN
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €32.95
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size3000
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.16/210

Conclusion

Daiwa 23 MATCHMAN 2500X clearly outshines Delphin QUEEN MonoDRAG 3000X, offering significantly better performance in maximum drag (4kg / 8,82lbs) and line retrieve per crank (80 centimeter / 31.5 inch). While Delphin QUEEN MonoDRAG 3000X 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 QUEEN MonoDRAG?

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
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