Delphin CarbonIX 1000X vs Daiwa BG MQ 8000-HX

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Delphin CarbonIX, 1000, 1T, left and right hand, Spinning fishing reel, Front Drag, 101002860
Delphin CarbonIX
Spinning
49.80 out of 100
Value for money3 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability2.85 out of 10
Ergonomics6.32 out of 10
Gear ratio5.1:1
Maximum drag0lbs
Weight204g / 7.2oz
Line retireve per crank0 inch
Ball bearings5+1

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDELPHIN
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €40.95
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size1000
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.1/285
Daiwa BG MQ, 8000-H, left and right hand, Sea Fishing Spinning Reel, Front Drag, 10465-080
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

Conclusion

Daiwa BG MQ 8000-HX clearly outshines Delphin CarbonIX 1000X, offering significantly better performance in maximum drag (15kg / 33,07lbs) and total score (5.96 out of 10). While Delphin CarbonIX 1000X 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 Delphin CarbonIX and Daiwa BG MQ?

Delphin CarbonIX 1000X

  • Thanks to its 7 out of 10 (5.1:1) gear ratio, the reel offers a strong balance between torque and quick retrieval

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