Delphin HORNET 40X vs Daiwa 20 Exceler LT 4000-CX

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
65.70 out of 100
Value for money2.5 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability3 out of 10
Ergonomics6.22 out of 10
Gear ratio5.2:1
Maximum drag12kg / 26.46lbs
Weight235g / 8.29oz
Line retireve per crank82 centimeter / 32.28 inch
Ball bearings5
Technical Specifications
- BrandDAIWA
- The main category of the reelSpinning
- Price range~ €69.90
- Is saltwater resistantNo
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size4000-C
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.28/150
Conclusion
Daiwa 20 Exceler LT 4000-CX clearly outshines Delphin HORNET 40X, offering significantly better performance in maximum drag (12kg / 26,46lbs) and line retrieve per crank (82 centimeter / 32.28 inch). While Delphin HORNET 40X may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa 20 Exceler LT 4000-CX 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 4000-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
- With a score like 8.43 out of 10 (235g / 8,29oz), the reel feels light in the hand.. ideal for active techniques like twitching, jigging, or topwater.
- 6.71 out of 10 (82 centimeter / 32.28 inch) in line retrieve, means the reel delivers a steady and reliable retrieve which is ideal for most everyday techniques
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