Delphin CarbonIX 2000X vs Shimano Vanford FA 2500HGAX

Delphin CarbonIX, 2000, 2T, left and right hand, Spinning fishing reel, Front Drag, 101002861
Delphin CarbonIX
Spinning
49.70 out of 100
Value for money3 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability2.88 out of 10
Ergonomics6.3 out of 10
Gear ratio5.1:1
Maximum drag0lbs
Weight210g / 7.41oz
Line retireve per crank0 inch
Ball bearings5+1

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDELPHIN
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €42.95
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size2000
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.12/227
Shimano Vanford FA, 2500HGA, left and right hand, Spinning fishing reel, Front Drag, VF2500HGA
Shimano Vanford FA
Spinning
89.50 out of 100
Value for money4.5 out of 5
Quality classGood
Durability4.61 out of 10
Ergonomics6.42 out of 10
Gear ratio5.8:1
Maximum drag9kg / 19.84lbs
Weight175g / 6.17oz
Line retireve per crank86 centimeter / 33.86 inch
Ball bearings8

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €184.33
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size2500HGA
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.25/160

Conclusion

Shimano Vanford FA 2500HGAX clearly outshines Delphin CarbonIX 2000X, offering significantly better performance in maximum drag (9kg / 19,84lbs) and line retrieve per crank (86 centimeter / 33.86 inch). While Delphin CarbonIX 2000X may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano Vanford FA 2500HGAX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Delphin CarbonIX and Shimano Vanford FA?

Shimano Vanford FA 2500HGAX

  • With a great drag score 9.2 out of 10 (9kg / 19,84lbs), the reel is built to handle big fish confidently.. whatever the setting, freshwater or inshore salt
  • 8.1 out of 10 (86 centimeter / 33.86 inch) in line retrieve, means it picks up line fast, very handy when chasing quick fish