Delphin ELIXIR 4000X vs Daiwa 21 Certate SW 10000-HX

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Delphin ELIXIR, 4000, left and right hand, Spinning & Feeder Fishing Reel, Front Drag, 101001245
Delphin ELIXIR
Spinning
52.80 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability2.5 out of 10
Ergonomics6.1 out of 10
Gear ratio5.0:1
Maximum drag-
Weight270g / 9.52oz
Line retireve per crank-
Ball bearings3+1

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDELPHIN
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €19.95
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size4000
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.18/375
Daiwa 21 Certate SW, 10000-H, left and right hand, Sea Fishing Spinning Reel, Front Drag, 10315-100
Daiwa 21 Certate SW
Seafishing
86.90 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics5.5 out of 10
Gear ratio5.8:1
Maximum drag25kg / 55.12lbs
Weight630g / 22.22oz
Line retireve per crank118 centimeter / 46.46 inch
Ball bearings8

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDAIWA
  • The main category of the reelSeafishing
  • Price range~ €577.33
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size10000-H
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.33/300

Conclusion

Daiwa 21 Certate SW 10000-HX clearly outshines Delphin ELIXIR 4000X, offering significantly better performance in maximum drag (25kg / 55,12lbs) and durability (9.5 out of 10). While Delphin ELIXIR 4000X may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa 21 Certate SW 10000-HX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Delphin ELIXIR and Daiwa 21 Certate SW?

Delphin ELIXIR 4000X

  • Thanks to its 6.33 out of 10 (5.0:1) gear ratio, the reel offers a strong balance between torque and quick retrieval

Daiwa 21 Certate SW 10000-HX

  • With a drag score of 10 out of 10 (25kg / 55,12lbs), the reel is built to handle serious pressure from large saltwater predators
  • Built tough for the salt, ideal for seafishing.