Delphin HORNET 40X vs Daiwa 23 FUEGO LT 2500-XHX

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 FUEGO LT
Spinning
83.80 out of 100
Value for money4.5 out of 5
Quality classMedium
Durability7.69 out of 10
Ergonomics6.35 out of 10
Gear ratio6.2:1
Maximum drag10kg / 22.05lbs
Weight195g / 6.88oz
Line retireve per crank87 centimeter / 34.25 inch
Ball bearings6
Technical Specifications
- BrandDAIWA
- The main category of the reelSpinning
- Price range~ €89.33
- Is saltwater resistantYes
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size2500-XH
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.2/150
Conclusion
Daiwa 23 FUEGO LT 2500-XHX clearly outshines Delphin HORNET 40X, offering significantly better performance in maximum drag (10kg / 22,05lbs) and line retrieve per crank (87 centimeter / 34.25 inch). While Delphin HORNET 40X may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa 23 FUEGO LT 2500-XHX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.
What's the difference between Delphin HORNET and Daiwa 23 FUEGO LT?
Daiwa 23 FUEGO LT 2500-XHX
- 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.
- 8.2 out of 10 (87 centimeter / 34.25 inch) in line retrieve, means it picks up line fast, very handy when chasing quick fish
- Saltwater-safe design makes it perfect for spinning conditions.
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