Delphin HORNET 30X vs Daiwa 20 Fuego LT 5000-CX

Delphin HORNET, 30, 30, left and right hand, Spinning fishing reel, Front Drag, 286037030
Delphin HORNET
Spinning
57.20 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability2.58 out of 10
Ergonomics6.13 out of 10
Gear ratio5.2:1
Maximum drag-
Weight260g / 9oz
Line retireve per crank-
Ball bearings3+1

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDELPHIN
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €24.95
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size30
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.16/430
Daiwa 20 Fuego LT, 5000-C, left and right hand, Spinning Fishing Reel, Front Drag, 10223-500
Daiwa 20 Fuego LT
Spinning
68.50 out of 100
Value for money2.5 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability3 out of 10
Ergonomics6.17 out of 10
Gear ratio5.2:1
Maximum drag12kg / 26.46lbs
Weight250g / 8.82oz
Line retireve per crank87 centimeter / 34.25 inch
Ball bearings6

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDAIWA
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €79.40
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size5000-C
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.37/150

Conclusion

Daiwa 20 Fuego LT 5000-CX edges out Delphin HORNET 30X with slightly better overall performance, especially on the maximum drag (12kg / 26,46lbs) and the line retrieve per crank (87 centimeter / 34.25 inch). Still, Delphin HORNET 30X holds its own with strengths like a gear ratio of 5.2:1, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.

What's the difference between Delphin HORNET and Daiwa 20 Fuego LT?

Daiwa 20 Fuego LT 5000-CX

  • With a great drag score 10 out of 10 (12kg / 26,46lbs), the reel is built to handle big fish confidently.. whatever the setting, freshwater or inshore salt
  • 8.2 out of 10 (87 centimeter / 34.25 inch) in line retrieve, means it picks up line fast, very handy when chasing quick fish