Delphin ANTIGRAVITY 3000X vs Shimano FX 2500 HG FCX

Delphin ANTIGRAVITY, 3000, 3T, left and right hand, Spinning fishing reel, Front Drag, 101001204
Delphin ANTIGRAVITY
Spinning
46.90 out of 100
Value for money3.5 out of 5
Quality classMedium
Durability3.72 out of 10
Ergonomics6.27 out of 10
Gear ratio5.2:1
Maximum drag0lbs
Weight219g / 7.73oz
Line retireve per crank0 inch
Ball bearings10+1

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDELPHIN
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €94.95
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size3000
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.14/290
Shimano FX, 2500 HG FC, left and right hand, Spinning Fishing Reel, Front Drag, FX2500HGFC
Shimano FX
Spinning
62.20 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability2.5 out of 10
Ergonomics6.17 out of 10
Gear ratio6.2:1
Maximum drag4kg / 8.82lbs
Weight250g / 8.82oz
Line retireve per crank88 centimeter / 34.65 inch
Ball bearings3+1

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €18.33
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size2500 HG FC
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.25/160

Conclusion

Shimano FX 2500 HG FCX clearly outshines Delphin ANTIGRAVITY 3000X, offering significantly better performance in line retrieve per crank (88 centimeter / 34.65 inch) and maximum drag (4kg / 8,82lbs). While Delphin ANTIGRAVITY 3000X may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano FX 2500 HG FCX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Delphin ANTIGRAVITY and Shimano FX?

Shimano FX 2500 HG FCX

  • Designed with a light drag at 5.69 out of 10 (4kg / 8,82lbs), the reel is perfect when you're going after small fish or using ultralight setups
  • 8.3 out of 10 (88 centimeter / 34.65 inch) in line retrieve, means it picks up line fast, very handy when chasing quick fish
  • The reel scores 7 out of 10 (3+1) in bearings, offering smooth performance for regular use with no issues