Delphin HORNET 50X vs Daiwa 17 Ballistic LT 4000-CX

Delphin HORNET
Spinning
44.40 out of 100
Value for money3.5 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability2.62 out of 10
Ergonomics4 out of 10
Gear ratio5.2:1
Maximum drag-
Weight360g / 12oz
Line retireve per crank-
Ball bearings3+1
Technical Specifications
- BrandDELPHIN
- The main category of the reelSpinning
- Price range~ €26.95
- Is saltwater resistantNo
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size50
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.22/400

Daiwa 17 Ballistic LT
Spinning
78.90 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classGood
Durability4.65 out of 10
Ergonomics6.23 out of 10
Gear ratio5.2:1
Maximum drag0lbs
Weight230g / 8.11oz
Line retireve per crank82 centimeter / 32.3 inch
Ball bearings6
Technical Specifications
- BrandDAIWA
- The main category of the reelSpinning
- Price range~ €196.90
- Is saltwater resistantNo
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size4000-C
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.28/150
Conclusion
Daiwa 17 Ballistic LT 4000-CX clearly outshines Delphin HORNET 50X, offering significantly better performance in line retrieve per crank (82 centimeter / 32.3 inch) and weight (230g / 8,11oz). While Delphin HORNET 50X may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa 17 Ballistic LT 4000-CX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.
What's the difference between Delphin HORNET and Daiwa 17 Ballistic LT?
Daiwa 17 Ballistic LT 4000-CX
- With a score like 8.47 out of 10 (230g / 8,11oz), the reel feels light in the hand.. ideal for active techniques like twitching, jigging, or topwater.
- 6.71 out of 10 (82 centimeter / 32.3 inch) in line retrieve, means the reel delivers a steady and reliable retrieve which is ideal for most everyday techniques
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