Delphin HORNET 40X vs Daiwa 20 Exceler LT 3000-CXHX

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 Exceler LT
Spinning
71.80 out of 100
Value for money3 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability3 out of 10
Ergonomics6.3 out of 10
Gear ratio6.2:1
Maximum drag10kg / 22.05lbs
Weight210g / 7.41oz
Line retireve per crank93 centimeter / 36.61 inch
Ball bearings5
Technical Specifications
- BrandDAIWA
- The main category of the reelSpinning
- Price range~ €78.50
- Is saltwater resistantNo
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size3000-CXH
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.23/150
Conclusion
Daiwa 20 Exceler LT 3000-CXHX clearly outshines Delphin HORNET 40X, offering significantly better performance in maximum drag (10kg / 22,05lbs) and line retrieve per crank (93 centimeter / 36.61 inch). While Delphin HORNET 40X may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa 20 Exceler LT 3000-CXHX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.
What's the difference between Delphin HORNET and Daiwa 20 Exceler LT?
Daiwa 20 Exceler LT 3000-CXHX
- With a great drag score 9.6 out of 10 (10kg / 22,05lbs), the reel is built to handle big fish confidently.. whatever the setting, freshwater or inshore salt
- With a score like 8.6 out of 10 (210g / 7,41oz), the reel feels light in the hand.. ideal for active techniques like twitching, jigging, or topwater.
- 8.8 out of 10 (93 centimeter / 36.61 inch) in line retrieve, means it picks up line fast, very handy when chasing quick fish
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