Daiwa Emblem Surf Light 45 SCW QD- P vs Delphin HORNET 40X

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Daiwa Emblem Surf Light 45 SCW QD- P

Seafishing

79.60 out of 100

Value for money4.5 out of 5

Quality classGood

Durability4.7 out of 10

Ergonomics5.61 out of 10

Gear ratio4.1:1

Maximum drag15kg / 33.07lbs

Weight555g / 19.58oz

Line retireve per crank88 centimeter / 34.65 inch

Ball bearings6

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelSeafishing
Price range~ €209.33
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size-
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.18/300

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 Emblem Surf Light 45 SCW QD- P clearly outshines Delphin HORNET 40X, offering significantly better performance in line retrieve per crank (88 centimeter / 34.65 inch) and maximum drag (15kg / 33,07lbs). While Delphin HORNET 40X may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa Emblem Surf Light 45 SCW QD- P is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Daiwa Emblem Surf Light 45 SCW QD- P and Delphin HORNET?

Daiwa Emblem Surf Light 45 SCW QD- P

Scoring 8 out of 10 (15kg / 33,07lbs), the reel delivers reliable, smooth resistance when targeting strong fighters like snapper or pollock
Scoring 8.41 out of 10 (555g / 19,58oz), this reel is lighter than expected for a saltwater model, which helps on long sessions without extra strain
With a fast retrieve 88 centimeter / 34.65 inch, the reel helps you stay on top of fast runs and cover water efficiently