Delphin HORNET 40X vs Daiwa 20 Airity LT 2000DX

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 20 Airity LT
Spinning
91.80 out of 100
Value for money5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability5.5 out of 10
Ergonomics6.47 out of 10
Gear ratio5.1:1
Maximum drag5kg / 11.02lbs
Weight160g / 5.64oz
Line retireve per crank67 centimeter / 26.38 inch
Ball bearings8
Technical Specifications
- BrandDAIWA
- The main category of the reelSpinning
- Price range~ €250.60
- Is saltwater resistantNo
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size2000D
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.23/150
Conclusion
Daiwa 20 Airity LT 2000DX clearly outshines Delphin HORNET 40X, offering significantly better performance in maximum drag (5kg / 11,02lbs) and weight (160g / 5,64oz). While Delphin HORNET 40X may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa 20 Airity LT 2000DX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.
What's the difference between Delphin HORNET and Daiwa 20 Airity LT?
Daiwa 20 Airity LT 2000DX
- A drag rating of 6.38 out of 10 (5kg / 11,02lbs) gives you steady control and it's perfect for most freshwater fish and light saltwater action
- With a score like 8.93 out of 10 (160g / 5,64oz), the reel feels light in the hand.. ideal for active techniques like twitching, jigging, or topwater.
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