Delphin IXCELA AL BODY 4000X vs Shimano Catana FE C 3000 HGX

Delphin IXCELA AL BODY, 4000, left and right hand, Spinning fishing reel, Front Drag, 101001251
Delphin IXCELA AL BODY
Spinning
47.50 out of 100
Value for money2.5 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability3 out of 10
Ergonomics4 out of 10
Gear ratio5.1:1
Maximum drag-
Weight313g / 11.04oz
Line retireve per crank-
Ball bearings6+1

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDELPHIN
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €56.95
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size4000
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.18/315
Shimano Catana FE, C 3000 HG, left and right hand, Spinning Fishing Reel, Front Drag, CATC3000HGFE
Shimano Catana FE
Spinning
63.80 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability2.67 out of 10
Ergonomics6.13 out of 10
Gear ratio6.2:1
Maximum drag8.5kg / 18,74lbs
Weight260g / 9.17oz
Line retireve per crank91 centimeter / 35.83 inch
Ball bearings3+1

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €30.33
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel sizeC 3000 HG
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.25/210

Conclusion

Shimano Catana FE C 3000 HGX clearly outshines Delphin IXCELA AL BODY 4000X, offering significantly better performance in line retrieve per crank (91 centimeter / 35.83 inch) and maximum drag (8,5kg / 18,74lbs). While Delphin IXCELA AL BODY 4000X may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano Catana FE C 3000 HGX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Delphin IXCELA AL BODY and Shimano Catana FE?

Shimano Catana FE C 3000 HGX

  • A drag rating of 6.38 out of 10 (8,5kg / 18,74lbs) gives you steady control and it's perfect for most freshwater fish and light saltwater action
  • 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.
  • 8.6 out of 10 (91 centimeter / 35.83 inch) in line retrieve, means it picks up line fast, very handy when chasing quick fish