Daiwa 23 Saltiga 5000-HX vs Delphin SHARX 6000X

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Daiwa 23 Saltiga

Seafishing

85.10 out of 100

Value for money3.5 out of 5

Quality classExcellent

Durability9.5 out of 10

Ergonomics5.88 out of 10

Gear ratio5.7:1

Maximum drag15kg / 33.07lbs

Weight365g / 12.88oz

Line retireve per crank96 centimeter / 37.8 inch

Ball bearings12

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelSeafishing
Price range~ €777.33
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel size5000-H
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.4/150

Delphin SHARX

Spinning

44.10 out of 100

Value for money2 out of 5

Quality classLow

Durability7 out of 10

Ergonomics4 out of 10

Gear ratio5.6:1

Maximum drag-

Weight454g / 16.01oz

Line retireve per crank-

Ball bearings9+1

Technical Specifications

BrandDELPHIN
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €75.95
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel size6000
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.3/352

Conclusion

Daiwa 23 Saltiga 5000-HX clearly outshines Delphin SHARX 6000X, offering significantly better performance in line retrieve per crank (96 centimeter / 37.8 inch) and maximum drag (15kg / 33,07lbs). While Delphin SHARX 6000X may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa 23 Saltiga 5000-HX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Daiwa 23 Saltiga and Delphin SHARX?

Daiwa 23 Saltiga 5000-HX

Scoring 8 out of 10 (15kg / 33,07lbs), the reel delivers reliable, smooth resistance when targeting strong fighters like snapper or pollock
Scoring 8.96 out of 10 (365g / 12,88oz), this reel is lighter than expected for a saltwater model, which helps on long sessions without extra strain
With a fast retrieve 96 centimeter / 37.8 inch, the reel helps you stay on top of fast runs and cover water efficiently
Solid value at €777.33, reliable and great performance, it’s a smart choice for a variety of seafishing fishing needs