Delphin IXCELA AL BODY 3000X vs Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A 18000 HGX

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Delphin IXCELA AL BODY, 3000, left and right hand, Spinning fishing reel, Front Drag, 101001250
Delphin IXCELA AL BODY
Spinning
60.00 out of 100
Value for money3 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability3 out of 10
Ergonomics6.09 out of 10
Gear ratio5.1:1
Maximum drag-
Weight273g / 9.63oz
Line retireve per crank-
Ball bearings6+1

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDELPHIN
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €54.95
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size3000
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.14/360
Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A, 18000 HG, left and right hand, Saltwater fishing reel, Front Drag, SRG18000SWAHG
Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A
Seafishing
78.10 out of 100
Value for money4.5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics3.4 out of 10
Gear ratio5.7:1
Maximum drag22kg / 48.5lbs
Weight915g / 32.28oz
Line retireve per crank129 centimeter / 50.79 inch
Ball bearings7

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelSeafishing
  • Price range~ €299.33
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size18000 HG
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.47/310

Conclusion

Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A 18000 HGX edges out Delphin IXCELA AL BODY 3000X with slightly better overall performance, especially on the maximum drag (22kg / 48,5lbs) and the durability (9.5 out of 10). Still, Delphin IXCELA AL BODY 3000X holds its own with strengths like a gear ratio of 5.1:1 and a weight of 273g / 9,63oz, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.

What's the difference between Delphin IXCELA AL BODY and Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A?

Delphin IXCELA AL BODY 3000X

  • Thanks to its 7 out of 10 (5.1:1) gear ratio, the reel offers a strong balance between torque and quick retrieval
  • With a score like 8.18 out of 10 (273g / 9,63oz), the reel feels light in the hand.. ideal for active techniques like twitching, jigging, or topwater.

Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A 18000 HGX

  • With a drag score of 10 out of 10 (22kg / 48,5lbs), the reel is built to handle serious pressure from large saltwater predators
  • Built tough for the salt, ideal for seafishing.