Delphin HORNET 20X vs Daiwa TANACOM 800X

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Delphin HORNET, 20, 20, left and right hand, Spinning fishing reel, Front Drag, 286037020
Delphin HORNET
Spinning
57.50 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability2.55 out of 10
Ergonomics6.2 out of 10
Gear ratio5.2:1
Maximum drag-
Weight240g / 8oz
Line retireve per crank-
Ball bearings3+1

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDELPHIN
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €22.95
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size20
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.14/400
Daiwa TANACOM, 800, right hand, Multi Fishing Reel, Star Drag, 10806-805
Daiwa TANACOM
Multireels
72.40 out of 100
Value for money3.5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability5.71 out of 10
Ergonomics3.8 out of 10
Gear ratio2.1:1
Maximum drag25kg / 55.12lbs
Weight1910g / 67.37oz
Line retireve per crank59 centimeter / 23.23 inch
Ball bearings4

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDAIWA
  • The main category of the reelMultireels
  • Price range~ €595.33
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size800
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeStar drag
  • Handle orientationRight
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.35/800

Conclusion

Daiwa TANACOM 800X edges out Delphin HORNET 20X with slightly better overall performance, especially on the maximum drag (25kg / 55,12lbs) and the durability (5.71 out of 10). Still, Delphin HORNET 20X holds its own with strengths like a gear ratio of 5.2:1 and a weight of 240g / 8oz, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.

What's the difference between Delphin HORNET and Daiwa TANACOM?

Delphin HORNET 20X

  • The reel brings in line quickly with its 8 out of 10 (5.2:1) rating, making it a great fit for power fishing
  • With a score like 8.4 out of 10 (240g / 8oz), the reel feels light in the hand.. ideal for active techniques like twitching, jigging, or topwater.

Daiwa TANACOM 800X

  • With a serious drag score of 10 out of 10 (25kg / 55,12lbs), this reel is made to stop big carp in their tracks, even in rough terrain or tight swims