Delphin HORNET 40X vs Daiwa Sealine Ishidai H

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Delphin HORNET, 40, 40, left and right hand, Spinning fishing reel, Front Drag, 286037040
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 Sealine Ishidai H, 40H, right hand, Line Counter Multiplier fishing reel, Star Drag, 10804-640
Daiwa Sealine Ishidai H
Multireels
78.30 out of 100
Value for money4.5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics5.83 out of 10
Gear ratio6.4:1
Maximum drag-
Weight585 g
Line retireve per crank120 cm / 27.24 inch
Ball bearings7

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDAIWA
  • The main category of the reelMultireels
  • Price range~ €369.33
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size40H
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeStar drag
  • Handle orientationRight
  • Line capacity monofil360m/0.30mm

Conclusion

Daiwa Sealine Ishidai H clearly outshines Delphin HORNET 40X, offering significantly better performance in durability (9.5 out of 10) and weight (585 g). While Delphin HORNET 40X may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa Sealine Ishidai H is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Delphin HORNET and Daiwa Sealine Ishidai H?

Delphin HORNET 40X

  • The reel brings in line quickly with its 8 out of 10 (5.2:1) rating, making it a great fit for power fishing

Daiwa Sealine Ishidai H

  • Scoring 8.05 out of 10 (585 g), this reel is impressively light for a multireel
  • Ready for saltwater, great for any multireels adventure.