Delphin INKS 6000X vs Shimano Vanford FA 2500AX

Delphin INKS
Spinning
44.40 out of 100
Value for money3.5 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability2.6 out of 10
Ergonomics4 out of 10
Gear ratio5.2:1
Maximum drag-
Weight400g / 14.11oz
Line retireve per crank-
Ball bearings3+1
Technical Specifications
- BrandDELPHIN
- The main category of the reelSpinning
- Price range~ €25.95
- Is saltwater resistantNo
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size6000
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.22/490

Shimano Vanford FA
Spinning
82.30 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classGood
Durability4.61 out of 10
Ergonomics6.42 out of 10
Gear ratio5.1:1
Maximum drag9kg / 19.84lbs
Weight175g / 6.17oz
Line retireve per crank75 centimeter / 29.53 inch
Ball bearings8
Technical Specifications
- BrandSHIMANO
- The main category of the reelSpinning
- Price range~ €184.33
- Is saltwater resistantNo
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size2500A
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.25/160
Conclusion
Shimano Vanford FA 2500AX clearly outshines Delphin INKS 6000X, offering significantly better performance in maximum drag (9kg / 19,84lbs) and line retrieve per crank (75 centimeter / 29.53 inch). While Delphin INKS 6000X may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano Vanford FA 2500AX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.
What's the difference between Delphin INKS and Shimano Vanford FA?
Shimano Vanford FA 2500AX
- With a great drag score 9.2 out of 10 (9kg / 19,84lbs), the reel is built to handle big fish confidently.. whatever the setting, freshwater or inshore salt
- With a score like 8.83 out of 10 (175g / 6,17oz), 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 5.71 out of 10 (75 centimeter / 29.53 inch) means slower line pickup, great when you need more control for slower fishing styles
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