Daiwa BG MQ 8000-HX vs Delphin HORNET 40X

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Daiwa BG MQ

Seafishing

59.60 out of 100

Value for money4 out of 5

Quality classGood

Durability4.63 out of 10

Ergonomics5.49 out of 10

Gear ratio5.7:1

Maximum drag15kg / 33.07lbs

Weight635g / 22.4oz

Line retireve per crank110 centimeter / 43.31 inch

Ball bearings6

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelSeafishing
Price range~ €189.33
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size8000-H
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.33/300

Delphin HORNET

Spinning

44.40 out of 100

Value for money3.5 out of 5

Quality classLow

Durability2.6 out of 10

Ergonomics4 out of 10

Gear ratio5.2:1

Maximum drag-

Weight340g / 11oz

Line retireve per crank-

Ball bearings3+1

Technical Specifications

BrandDELPHIN
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €25.95
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size40
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.8/500

Conclusion

Daiwa BG MQ 8000-HX clearly outshines Delphin HORNET 40X, offering significantly better performance in maximum drag (15kg / 33,07lbs) and weight (635g / 22,4oz). While Delphin HORNET 40X may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa BG MQ 8000-HX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Daiwa BG MQ and Delphin HORNET?

Daiwa BG MQ 8000-HX

Scoring 8 out of 10 (15kg / 33,07lbs), the reel delivers reliable, smooth resistance when targeting strong fighters like snapper or pollock
Scoring 8.19 out of 10 (635g / 22,4oz), this reel is lighter than expected for a saltwater model, which helps on long sessions without extra strain