Delphin HORNET 40X vs Daiwa 19 Certate 2500DX

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 19 Certate
Spinning
88.30 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics6.32 out of 10
Gear ratio5.2:1
Maximum drag-
Weight205g / 7.23oz
Line retireve per crank73 centimeter / 28.74 inch
Ball bearings10
Technical Specifications
- BrandDAIWA
- The main category of the reelSpinning
- Price range~ €379.00
- Is saltwater resistantYes
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size2500D
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.28/150
Conclusion
Daiwa 19 Certate 2500DX clearly outshines Delphin HORNET 40X, offering significantly better performance in durability (9.5 out of 10) and line retrieve per crank (73 centimeter / 28.74 inch). While Delphin HORNET 40X may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa 19 Certate 2500DX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.
What's the difference between Delphin HORNET and Daiwa 19 Certate?
Delphin HORNET 40X
- The reel scores 7 out of 10 (3+1) in bearings, offering smooth performance for regular use with no issues
Daiwa 19 Certate 2500DX
- With a score like 8.63 out of 10 (205g / 7,23oz), the reel feels light in the hand.. ideal for active techniques like twitching, jigging, or topwater.
- When it comes to retrieve speed, a score of 5.43 out of 10 (73 centimeter / 28.74 inch) means slower line pickup, great when you need more control for slower fishing styles
- Saltwater-safe design makes it perfect for spinning conditions.
Similar comparisons

Daiwa 23 Revros LT 3000-CX vs Daiwa 19 Certate 3000-CXHX


Daiwa 23 EXCELER LT 2500X vs Daiwa Ninja LT 3000D-CX


Delphin IXCELA AL BODY 5000X vs Mitchell 300 4000X


Shimano Vanford FA C2000HGAX vs Daiwa Ninja LT 3000D-CX


Shimano 19 Stella 14000 XGX vs Daiwa 17 Prorex LT 4000 D-CX


Daiwa 22 PROREX V LT 4000-CXHX vs Daiwa 19 Certate 3000-CXHX


Delphin YUPIE vs Shimano Sedona FJ 2500SFJX


Daiwa 20 LAGUNA LT 2000X vs Daiwa 23 Revros LT 3000-CX


Shimano 19 Stella 14000 XGX vs Abu GARCIA Revo MGX 20 SP/LX


Shimano 21 Nexave FI 2500X vs Daiwa 23 Revros LT 3000-CX


Shimano 21 Nexave FI 2500X vs Shimano Stradic GTM 2500 RC Spinning reel with fighting drag


Daiwa 20 Legalis LT 3000-CXHX vs Daiwa 17 Prorex LT 4000 D-CX


Shimano Vanford FA C3000HGAX vs Abu GARCIA Revo MGX 20 SP/LX


Delphin YUPIE vs Shimano Vanford FA C2000HGAX


Delphin IXCELA AL BODY 5000X vs Daiwa 23 Revros LT 3000-CX


Shimano 19 Stella 14000 XGX vs Delphin QUEEN MonoDRAG 2000X


Daiwa 17 Prorex LT 4000 D-CX vs Daiwa 19 Certate 3000-CXHX


Delphin IXCELA AL BODY 5000X vs Daiwa 19 Certate 3000-CXHX


Daiwa 20 LAGUNA LT 2000X vs Daiwa 20 Legalis LT 3000-CXHX


Delphin YUPIE vs Shimano 19 Stella 14000 XGX
