Daiwa TD Match 3012X vs Delphin HORNET 40X

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Daiwa TD Match

Feeder And Match

71.20 out of 100

Value for money4.5 out of 5

Quality classGood

Durability4.51 out of 10

Ergonomics5.93 out of 10

Gear ratio4.7:1

Maximum drag-

Weight305g / 10.76oz

Line retireve per crank79 centimeter / 31.1 inch

Ball bearings4

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelFeeder and match
Price range~ €153.33
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size3012
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.28/150

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 TD Match 3012X clearly outshines Delphin HORNET 40X, offering significantly better performance in line retrieve per crank (79 centimeter / 31.1 inch) and weight (305g / 10,76oz). While Delphin HORNET 40X may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa TD Match 3012X is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Daiwa TD Match and Delphin HORNET?

Daiwa TD Match 3012X

Rated 8.26 out of 10 (305g / 10,76oz) in weight, this reel strikes a great balance between sturdiness and lightness, making it great for consistent feeder casting
This reel provides steady retrieval 79 centimeter / 31.1 inch (6.29 out of 10), good enough for most feeder and match scenarios