Delphin IXCELA AL BODY 4000X vs Shimano Tekota 501 HGA / Left-handedX

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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 Tekota

Multireels

66.90 out of 100

Value for money4 out of 5

Quality classGood

Durability8.57 out of 10

Ergonomics6.12 out of 10

Gear ratio6.3:1

Maximum drag11kg / 24.25lbs

Weight410g / 14.46oz

Line retireve per crank75 centimeter / 29.53 inch

Ball bearings4

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelMultireels
Price range~ €170.90
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel size501 HGA
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeStar drag
Handle orientationLeft
Line capacity monofillbs/yds: 12/440

Conclusion

Shimano Tekota 501 HGA / Left-handedX clearly outshines Delphin IXCELA AL BODY 4000X, offering significantly better performance in maximum drag (11kg / 24,25lbs) and line retrieve per crank (75 centimeter / 29.53 inch). While Delphin IXCELA AL BODY 4000X may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano Tekota 501 HGA / Left-handedX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

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

Delphin IXCELA AL BODY 4000X

Thanks to its 7 out of 10 (5.1:1) gear ratio, the reel offers a strong balance between torque and quick retrieval

Shimano Tekota 501 HGA / Left-handedX

A drag score of 6.54 out of 10 (11kg / 24,25lbs) means you’re covered for most average carp battles without overthinking it
Scoring 8.63 out of 10 (410g / 14,46oz), this reel is impressively light for a multireel
A score of 6.43 out of 10 (75 centimeter / 29.53 inch) gives a decent speed but doess not rush a lot
Ready for saltwater, great for any multireels adventure.