Delphin ELIXIR 5000X vs Shimano Cardiff 301A

The selected categories are different, score metrics vary from category to another.

Delphin ELIXIR

Spinning

52.50 out of 100

Value for money4 out of 5

Quality classLow

Durability2.52 out of 10

Ergonomics6.04 out of 10

Gear ratio5.0:1

Maximum drag-

Weight288g / 10.16oz

Line retireve per crank-

Ball bearings3+1

Technical Specifications

BrandDELPHIN
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €20.95
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size5000
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.2/450

Shimano Cardiff 301A

Multireels

34.80 out of 100

Value for money3.5 out of 5

Quality classMedium

Durability3.69 out of 10

Ergonomics6.38 out of 10

Gear ratio5.8:1

Maximum drag5kg / 11.02 lbs

Weight252g / 8.89oz

Line retireve per crank61cm / 24.01 inch

Ball bearings4 A-RB + 1 RB

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelMultireels
Price range~ €88.60
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size301
Handle typeDouble handle
Drag typeStar drag
Handle orientationLeft
Line capacity monofilmm/m: 0.25/285. 0.30/235, 0.40/40 lb/yds:12/230, 14/180

Conclusion

Delphin ELIXIR 5000X clearly outshines Shimano Cardiff 301A, offering significantly better performance in gear ratio (5.0:1) and total score (5.25 out of 10). While Shimano Cardiff 301A may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Delphin ELIXIR 5000X is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.