Delphin HORNET 40X vs Daiwa 23 LEGALIS LT 2000S-XH(U)X

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 LEGALIS LT
Spinning
64.00 out of 100
Value for money2.5 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability3 out of 10
Ergonomics6.4 out of 10
Gear ratio6.2:1
Maximum drag5kg / 11.02lbs
Weight180g / 6.35oz
Line retireve per crank81 centimeter / 31.89 inch
Ball bearings5
Technical Specifications
- BrandDAIWA
- The main category of the reelSpinning
- Price range~ €70.33
- Is saltwater resistantNo
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size2000S-XH(U)
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.14/150
Conclusion
Daiwa 23 LEGALIS LT 2000S-XH(U)X clearly outshines Delphin HORNET 40X, offering significantly better performance in line retrieve per crank (81 centimeter / 31.89 inch) and maximum drag (5kg / 11,02lbs). While Delphin HORNET 40X may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa 23 LEGALIS LT 2000S-XH(U)X is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.
What's the difference between Delphin HORNET and Daiwa 23 LEGALIS LT?
Daiwa 23 LEGALIS LT 2000S-XH(U)X
- A drag rating of 6.38 out of 10 (5kg / 11,02lbs) gives you steady control and it's perfect for most freshwater fish and light saltwater action
- With a score like 8.8 out of 10 (180g / 6,35oz), the reel feels light in the hand.. ideal for active techniques like twitching, jigging, or topwater.
- 6.57 out of 10 (81 centimeter / 31.89 inch) in line retrieve, means the reel delivers a steady and reliable retrieve which is ideal for most everyday techniques
Similar comparisons

Daiwa 21 PROREX MQ LT 2500DX vs Daiwa 17 Ballistic LT 4000D-CXHX


Shimano Catana FE 2500 HGX vs Daiwa 20 Legalis LT 3000-CXHX


Daiwa 20 Legalis LT 4000-CX vs Daiwa 21 PROREX MQ LT 2500DX


Delphin IXTREK 2000X vs Shimano FX 2500 HG FCX


Abu GARCIA Zenon 1000 SX vs Shimano Vanford FA C3000AX


Shimano Sahara 3000 SS DH HG R vs Delphin IXTREK 2000X


Daiwa Freams LT 2500DX vs Daiwa 20 Fuego LT 4000-CPX


Daiwa 21 PROREX MQ LT 2500DX vs Penn Battle III 8000 HSX


Shimano Sahara 3000 SS DH HG R vs Daiwa 20 Laguna LT 2000X


Shimano Vanford FA C3000AX vs Abu GARCIA Zenon 1000 SX


Daiwa 17 Ballistic LT 1000D-XHX vs Daiwa Freams LT 2500DX


Daiwa 20 Legalis LT 4000-CX vs Delphin IXTREK 2000X


Shimano Catana 3000 SRC vs Daiwa 17 Ballistic LT 4000D-CXHX


Daiwa 20 Legalis LT 4000-CX vs Abu GARCIA Zenon 1000 SX


Daiwa 20 Laguna LT 2000X vs Daiwa 20 Legalis LT 4000-CX


Shimano Catana FE 2500 HGX vs Daiwa 24 REGAL LT 4000D-CXH 4000D-CXHX


Delphin IXTREK 2000X vs Shimano Twin Power FE 2500SHGFEX


Abu GARCIA Zenon 2500 S x vs Daiwa 20 Legalis LT 4000-CX


Daiwa 20 Legalis LT 3000-CXHX vs Daiwa 24 REGAL LT 4000D-CXH 4000D-CXHX


Shimano Vanford FA C3000AX vs Shimano FX 2500 HG FCX
