Delphin HORNET 50X vs Daiwa 20 Ballistic EX LT 2500DX

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 20 Ballistic EX LT
Spinning
89.90 out of 100
Value for money4.5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability5.5 out of 10
Ergonomics6.43 out of 10
Gear ratio5.3:1
Maximum drag10kg / 22.05lbs
Weight170g / 6oz
Line retireve per crank75 centimeter / 29.53 inch
Ball bearings11
Technical Specifications
- BrandDAIWA
- The main category of the reelSpinning
- Price range~ €210.20
- Is saltwater resistantNo
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size2500D
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.28/150
Conclusion
Daiwa 20 Ballistic EX LT 2500DX clearly outshines Delphin HORNET 50X, offering significantly better performance in maximum drag (10kg / 22,05lbs) and line retrieve per crank (75 centimeter / 29.53 inch). While Delphin HORNET 50X may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa 20 Ballistic EX LT 2500DX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.
What's the difference between Delphin HORNET and Daiwa 20 Ballistic EX LT?
Delphin HORNET 50X
- The reel scores 7 out of 10 (3+1) in bearings, offering smooth performance for regular use with no issues
Daiwa 20 Ballistic EX LT 2500DX
- With a great drag score 9.6 out of 10 (10kg / 22,05lbs), the reel is built to handle big fish confidently.. whatever the setting, freshwater or inshore salt
- With a score like 8.87 out of 10 (170g / 6oz), 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 5.71 out of 10 (75 centimeter / 29.53 inch) means slower line pickup, great when you need more control for slower fishing styles
Similar comparisons

Delphin BRONZ 4000X vs Daiwa QR 750 / QC 750 QR 750X


Daiwa 23 AIRITY LT PC 2500-HX vs Daiwa QR 750 / QC 750 QR 750X


Shimano Sedona FJ 500 500X vs Mitchell 308 2000X


Daiwa 24 CERTATE(G) 3000D-CX vs Cormoran Sportline 2PiF


Shimano Twin Power FD 2500X vs Shimano Twin Power FD 1000X


Daiwa QR 750 / QC 750 QR 750X vs Daiwa Regal LT 1000 DX


Daiwa QR 750 / QC 750 QR 750X vs Daiwa 20 Exceler LT 4000-CX


Delphin YUPIE vs Shimano Twin Power FD 2500X


Delphin IXCELA AL BODY 4000X vs Cormoran Sportline 2PiF


Daiwa Regal LT 1000 DX vs Shimano FX 1000 FCX


Daiwa Regal LT 1000 DX vs Daiwa 20 Airity LT 2500-DX


Daiwa 24 CERTATE(G) 2500DX vs Shimano Twin Power FD C3000X


Daiwa 24 CERTATE(G) 3000D-CX vs Delphin IXCELA AL BODY 4000X


Daiwa 20 Exceler LT 4000-CX vs Shimano FX 1000 FCX


Daiwa 17 Ballistic LT 4000-CX vs Daiwa 23 LEXA LT 4000-CXHX


Daiwa 24 CERTATE(G) 2500DX vs Delphin IXCELA AL BODY 4000X


Daiwa 17 Ballistic LT 4000-CX vs Daiwa 23 AIRITY LT PC 2500-HX


Cormoran Sportline 2PiF vs Shimano Twin Power FD 1000X


Daiwa 23 AIRITY LT PC 2500-HX vs Shimano Twin Power FD 1000X


Daiwa 20 Airity LT 2500-DX vs Delphin IXCELA AL BODY 4000X
