Delphin HORNET 60X vs Daiwa 20 Ballistic EX LT 4000D-CX

Delphin HORNET
Spinning
44.50 out of 100
Value for money3.5 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability2.63 out of 10
Ergonomics4 out of 10
Gear ratio5.2:1
Maximum drag-
Weight380g / 13oz
Line retireve per crank-
Ball bearings3+1
Technical Specifications
- BrandDELPHIN
- The main category of the reelSpinning
- Price range~ €27.95
- Is saltwater resistantNo
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size60
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.24/440

Daiwa 20 Ballistic EX LT
Spinning
91.00 out of 100
Value for money5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability5.5 out of 10
Ergonomics6.3 out of 10
Gear ratio5.2:1
Maximum drag12kg / 26.46lbs
Weight210g / 7.41oz
Line retireve per crank82 centimeter / 32.28 inch
Ball bearings11
Technical Specifications
- BrandDAIWA
- The main category of the reelSpinning
- Price range~ €234.00
- Is saltwater resistantNo
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size4000D-C
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.37/150
Conclusion
Daiwa 20 Ballistic EX LT 4000D-CX clearly outshines Delphin HORNET 60X, offering significantly better performance in maximum drag (12kg / 26,46lbs) and line retrieve per crank (82 centimeter / 32.28 inch). While Delphin HORNET 60X may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa 20 Ballistic EX LT 4000D-CX 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 60X
- 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 4000D-CX
- With a great drag score 10 out of 10 (12kg / 26,46lbs), the reel is built to handle big fish confidently.. whatever the setting, freshwater or inshore salt
- With a score like 8.6 out of 10 (210g / 7,41oz), the reel feels light in the hand.. ideal for active techniques like twitching, jigging, or topwater.
- 6.71 out of 10 (82 centimeter / 32.28 inch) in line retrieve, means the reel delivers a steady and reliable retrieve which is ideal for most everyday techniques
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