Delphin HORNET 40X vs Shimano Catana FE C 3000 HGX

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

Shimano Catana FE
Spinning
63.80 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability2.67 out of 10
Ergonomics6.13 out of 10
Gear ratio6.2:1
Maximum drag8.5kg / 18,74lbs
Weight260g / 9.17oz
Line retireve per crank91 centimeter / 35.83 inch
Ball bearings3+1
Technical Specifications
- BrandSHIMANO
- The main category of the reelSpinning
- Price range~ €30.33
- Is saltwater resistantNo
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel sizeC 3000 HG
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.25/210
Conclusion
Shimano Catana FE C 3000 HGX clearly outshines Delphin HORNET 40X, offering significantly better performance in line retrieve per crank (91 centimeter / 35.83 inch) and maximum drag (8,5kg / 18,74lbs). While Delphin HORNET 40X may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano Catana FE C 3000 HGX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.
What's the difference between Delphin HORNET and Shimano Catana FE?
Shimano Catana FE C 3000 HGX
- A drag rating of 6.38 out of 10 (8,5kg / 18,74lbs) gives you steady control and it's perfect for most freshwater fish and light saltwater action
- With a score like 8.27 out of 10 (260g / 9,17oz), the reel feels light in the hand.. ideal for active techniques like twitching, jigging, or topwater.
- 8.6 out of 10 (91 centimeter / 35.83 inch) in line retrieve, means it picks up line fast, very handy when chasing quick fish
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