Daiwa 24 Certate SW 5000-HX vs Delphin ELIXIR 5000X

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Daiwa 24 Certate SW

Seafishing

84.30 out of 100

Value for money4.5 out of 5

Quality classExcellent

Durability9.5 out of 10

Ergonomics5.91 out of 10

Gear ratio5.7:1

Maximum drag15kg / 33.07lbs

Weight345g / 12.17oz

Line retireve per crank96 centimeter / 37.8 inch

Ball bearings10

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelSeafishing
Price range~ €509.33
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 ELIXIR

Spinning

52.50 out of 100

Value for money4 out of 5

Quality classLow

Durability2.52 out of 10

Ergonomics6.04 out of 10

Gear ratio5.0:1

Maximum drag-

Weight288g / 10.16oz

Line retireve per crank-

Ball bearings3+1

Technical Specifications

BrandDELPHIN
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €20.95
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size5000
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.2/450

Conclusion

Daiwa 24 Certate SW 5000-HX clearly outshines Delphin ELIXIR 5000X, offering significantly better performance in line retrieve per crank (96 centimeter / 37.8 inch) and maximum drag (15kg / 33,07lbs). While Delphin ELIXIR 5000X may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa 24 Certate SW 5000-HX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Daiwa 24 Certate SW and Delphin ELIXIR?

Daiwa 24 Certate SW 5000-HX

Scoring 8 out of 10 (15kg / 33,07lbs), the reel delivers reliable, smooth resistance when targeting strong fighters like snapper or pollock
With a fast retrieve 96 centimeter / 37.8 inch, the reel helps you stay on top of fast runs and cover water efficiently
Built tough for the salt, ideal for seafishing.

Delphin ELIXIR 5000X

Thanks to its 6.33 out of 10 (5.0:1) gear ratio, the reel offers a strong balance between torque and quick retrieval
The reel scores 7 out of 10 (3+1) in bearings, offering smooth performance for regular use with no issues