Delphin HORNET 40X vs Daiwa 21 Ballistic MQ LT 3000DX

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 21 Ballistic MQ LT
Spinning
95.00 out of 100
Value for money5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability5.5 out of 10
Ergonomics6.28 out of 10
Gear ratio5.2:1
Maximum drag10kg / 22.05lbs
Weight215g / 7.58oz
Line retireve per crank77 centimeter / 30.31 inch
Ball bearings8
Technical Specifications
- BrandDAIWA
- The main category of the reelSpinning
- Price range~ €212.60
- Is saltwater resistantNo
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size3000D
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.33/150
Conclusion
Daiwa 21 Ballistic MQ LT 3000DX clearly outshines Delphin HORNET 40X, offering significantly better performance in maximum drag (10kg / 22,05lbs) and line retrieve per crank (77 centimeter / 30.31 inch). While Delphin HORNET 40X may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa 21 Ballistic MQ LT 3000DX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.
What's the difference between Delphin HORNET and Daiwa 21 Ballistic MQ LT?
Daiwa 21 Ballistic MQ LT 3000DX
- 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 8.57 out of 10 (215g / 7,58oz), the reel feels light in the hand.. ideal for active techniques like twitching, jigging, or topwater.
- 6 out of 10 (77 centimeter / 30.31 inch) in line retrieve, means the reel delivers a steady and reliable retrieve which is ideal for most everyday techniques
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