Delphin HORNET 50X vs Shimano Catana FE 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

Shimano Catana FE
Spinning
51.90 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability2.67 out of 10
Ergonomics6.13 out of 10
Gear ratio5.0:1
Maximum drag4kg / 8.82lbs
Weight260g / 9.17oz
Line retireve per crank73 centimeter / 28.74 inch
Ball bearings3+1
Technical Specifications
- BrandSHIMANO
- The main category of the reelSpinning
- Price range~ €30.33
- Is saltwater resistantNo
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size2500
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.25/160
Conclusion
Shimano Catana FE 2500X clearly outshines Delphin HORNET 50X, offering significantly better performance in maximum drag (4kg / 8,82lbs) and line retrieve per crank (73 centimeter / 28.74 inch). While Delphin HORNET 50X may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano Catana FE 2500X 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 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 8.27 out of 10 (260g / 9,17oz), 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 5.43 out of 10 (73 centimeter / 28.74 inch) means slower line pickup, great when you need more control for slower fishing styles
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