Delphin HORNET 50X vs Daiwa 20 Exceler LT 1000X

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 Exceler LT
Spinning
55.50 out of 100
Value for money2.5 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability3 out of 10
Ergonomics6.4 out of 10
Gear ratio5.2:1
Maximum drag4kg / 8.82lbs
Weight180g / 6.35oz
Line retireve per crank64 centimeter / 25.2 inch
Ball bearings5
Technical Specifications
- BrandDAIWA
- The main category of the reelSpinning
- Price range~ €72.80
- Is saltwater resistantNo
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size1000
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.14/150
Conclusion
Daiwa 20 Exceler LT 1000X clearly outshines Delphin HORNET 50X, offering significantly better performance in maximum drag (4kg / 8,82lbs) and weight (180g / 6,35oz). While Delphin HORNET 50X may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa 20 Exceler LT 1000X is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.
What's the difference between Delphin HORNET and Daiwa 20 Exceler LT?
Daiwa 20 Exceler LT 1000X
- Designed with a light drag at 5.69 out of 10 (4kg / 8,82lbs), the reel is perfect when you're going after small fish or using ultralight setups
- With a score like 8.8 out of 10 (180g / 6,35oz), the reel feels light in the hand.. ideal for active techniques like twitching, jigging, or topwater.
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