Delphin HORNET 40X vs Penn Sargus II Spinning 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

Penn Sargus II Spinning
Spinning
2500x
64.80 out of 100
Value for money2.5 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability3 out of 10
Ergonomics6.05 out of 10
Gear ratio5.5:1
Maximum drag12kg / 26.46lbs
Weight284g / 10.02oz
Line retireve per crank76 centimeter / 29.92 inch
Ball bearings5
Technical Specifications
- BrandPENN
- The main category of the reelSpinning
- Price range~ €71.20
- Is saltwater resistantNo
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size2500
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.23/235
Conclusion
Penn Sargus II Spinning 2500X clearly outshines Delphin HORNET 40X, offering significantly better performance in maximum drag (12kg / 26,46lbs) and line retrieve per crank (76 centimeter / 29.92 inch). While Delphin HORNET 40X may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Penn Sargus II Spinning 2500X is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.
What's the difference between Delphin HORNET and Penn Sargus II Spinning?
Penn Sargus II Spinning 2500X
- With a great drag score 10 out of 10 (12kg / 26,46lbs), the reel is built to handle big fish confidently.. whatever the setting, freshwater or inshore salt
- With a score like 8.11 out of 10 (284g / 10,02oz), 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 5.86 out of 10 (76 centimeter / 29.92 inch) means slower line pickup, great when you need more control for slower fishing styles
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