Delphin HORNET 40X vs Daiwa 18 TDR Match and Feeder QD 3012X
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Delphin HORNET
Spinning
44.40 out of 100
Value for money3.5 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability2.6 out of 10
Ergonomics4 out of 10
Gear ratio5.2:1
Maximum drag-
Weight340g / 11oz
Line retireve per crank-
Ball bearings3+1
Technical Specifications
- BrandDELPHIN
- The main category of the reelSpinning
- Price range~ €25.95
- Is saltwater resistantNo
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size40
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.8/500

Daiwa 18 TDR Match and Feeder QD
Feeder And Match
95.00 out of 100
Value for money5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability5.5 out of 10
Ergonomics5.93 out of 10
Gear ratio4.7:1
Maximum drag12kg / 26.46lbs
Weight305g / 10.76oz
Line retireve per crank79 centimeter / 31.1 inch
Ball bearings8
Technical Specifications
- BrandDAIWA
- The main category of the reelFeeder and match
- Price range~ €189.00
- Is saltwater resistantNo
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size3012
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.28/150
Conclusion
Daiwa 18 TDR Match and Feeder QD 3012X clearly outshines Delphin HORNET 40X, offering significantly better performance in maximum drag (12kg / 26,46lbs) and line retrieve per crank (79 centimeter / 31.1 inch). While Delphin HORNET 40X may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa 18 TDR Match and Feeder QD 3012X is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.
What's the difference between Delphin HORNET and Daiwa 18 TDR Match and Feeder QD?
Daiwa 18 TDR Match and Feeder QD 3012X
- With a maximum drag of 10 out of 10 (12kg / 26,46lbs), this reel offers excellent stopping power, giving fishermen the confidence to handle pressure situations with ease
- Rated 8.26 out of 10 (305g / 10,76oz) in weight, this reel strikes a great balance between sturdiness and lightness, making it great for consistent feeder casting
- This reel provides steady retrieval 79 centimeter / 31.1 inch (6.29 out of 10), good enough for most feeder and match scenarios
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