Delphin HORNET 40X vs Daiwa 23 EXCELER LT 2500X

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 23 EXCELER LT
Spinning
64.50 out of 100
Value for money2.5 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability3 out of 10
Ergonomics6.35 out of 10
Gear ratio5.3:1
Maximum drag10kg / 22.05lbs
Weight195g / 6.88oz
Line retireve per crank75 centimeter / 29.53 inch
Ball bearings5
Technical Specifications
- BrandDAIWA
- The main category of the reelSpinning
- Price range~ €78.33
- Is saltwater resistantNo
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size2500
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.2/150
Conclusion
Daiwa 23 EXCELER LT 2500X clearly outshines Delphin HORNET 40X, offering significantly better performance in maximum drag (10kg / 22,05lbs) and line retrieve per crank (75 centimeter / 29.53 inch). While Delphin HORNET 40X may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa 23 EXCELER LT 2500X is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.
What's the difference between Delphin HORNET and Daiwa 23 EXCELER LT?
Daiwa 23 EXCELER LT 2500X
- 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 8.7 out of 10 (195g / 6,88oz), 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 5.71 out of 10 (75 centimeter / 29.53 inch) means slower line pickup, great when you need more control for slower fishing styles
Similar comparisons

Daiwa 20 Crossfire LT 3000-CX vs Shimano 21 Nexave FI 2500X


Daiwa 18 Prorex X LT 3000-CXHX vs Shimano Vanford FA C2000HGAX


Shimano Vanford FA C2000HGAX vs Cormoran Cross Water 5PiF 2500X


Shimano 21 Nexave FI 2500X vs Cormoran Cross Water 5PiF 2500X


Daiwa 22 PROREX V LT 2000X vs Daiwa 18 Prorex X LT 3000-CXHX


Daiwa 18 Prorex X LT 3000-CXHX vs Daiwa 22 PROREX V LT 2000X


Daiwa 23 LEXA LT 4000-CXHX vs Shimano 20 Stella 6000 HGX


Daiwa 24 LUVIAS LT 4000DX vs Daiwa 23 LEXA LT 4000-CXHX


Daiwa 23 Revros LT 5000-CX vs Daiwa 20 Crossfire LT 3000-CX


Shimano 21 Nexave FI 2500X vs Daiwa 22 Caldia LT (MQ) 2500-XHX


Daiwa 22 PROREX V LT 2000X vs Shimano 21 Nexave FI 2500X


Daiwa 20 Crossfire LT 3000-CX vs Shimano Vanford FA C2000HGAX


Cormoran Cross Water 5PiF 2500X vs Daiwa 18 Prorex X LT 3000-CXHX


Daiwa 23 Revros LT 5000-CX vs Daiwa 24 Prorex X LT 4000-CX


Shimano 21 Nexave FI 2500X vs Daiwa 23 LEXA LT 4000-CXHX


Daiwa 22 Caldia LT (MQ) 2500-XHX vs Daiwa Certate LT 19 5000D-XHX


Shimano Vanford FA C2000HGAX vs Shimano Catana FE C 3000X


Shimano 19 Stella 30000X vs Cormoran Cross Water 5PiF 2500X


Daiwa 23 LEXA LT 4000-CXHX vs Daiwa 24 Prorex X LT 4000-CX


Shimano 19 Stella 30000X vs Shimano 20 Stella 6000 HGX
