Delphin HORNET 50X vs Daiwa 23 MATCHMAN 2500X

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 23 MATCHMAN
Spinning
53.50 out of 100
Value for money3 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability2.92 out of 10
Ergonomics6 out of 10
Gear ratio5.3:1
Maximum drag4kg / 8.82lbs
Weight300g / 10.58oz
Line retireve per crank80 centimeter / 31.5 inch
Ball bearings3
Technical Specifications
- BrandDAIWA
- The main category of the reelSpinning
- Price range~ €45.33
- Is saltwater resistantNo
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size2500
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.28/150
Conclusion
Daiwa 23 MATCHMAN 2500X clearly outshines Delphin HORNET 50X, offering significantly better performance in line retrieve per crank (80 centimeter / 31.5 inch) and maximum drag (4kg / 8,82lbs). While Delphin HORNET 50X may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa 23 MATCHMAN 2500X is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.
What's the difference between Delphin HORNET and Daiwa 23 MATCHMAN?
Daiwa 23 MATCHMAN 2500X
- 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 out of 10 (300g / 10,58oz), the reel feels light in the hand.. ideal for active techniques like twitching, jigging, or topwater.
- 6.43 out of 10 (80 centimeter / 31.5 inch) in line retrieve, means the reel delivers a steady and reliable retrieve which is ideal for most everyday techniques
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