Delphin QUEEN MonoDRAG 3000X vs Shimano Spheros SW A 18000 HGX

The selected categories are different, score metrics vary from category to another.

Delphin QUEEN MonoDRAG

Spinning

48.20 out of 100

Value for money3.5 out of 5

Quality classLow

Durability2.72 out of 10

Ergonomics6.05 out of 10

Gear ratio5.1:1

Maximum drag0lbs

Weight284g / 10.02oz

Line retireve per crank0 inch

Ball bearings5+1

Technical Specifications

BrandDELPHIN
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €32.95
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size3000
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.16/210

Shimano Spheros SW A

Seafishing

59.10 out of 100

Value for money4 out of 5

Quality classGood

Durability8.56 out of 10

Ergonomics3.4 out of 10

Gear ratio5.7:1

Maximum drag18kg / 39.68lbs

Weight920g / 32.45oz

Line retireve per crank129 centimeter / 50.79 inch

Ball bearings4+1

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelSeafishing
Price range~ €169.33
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel size18000 HG
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.52/310

Conclusion

Shimano Spheros SW A 18000 HGX clearly outshines Delphin QUEEN MonoDRAG 3000X, offering significantly better performance in maximum drag (18kg / 39,68lbs) and durability (8.56 out of 10). While Delphin QUEEN MonoDRAG 3000X may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano Spheros SW A 18000 HGX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Delphin QUEEN MonoDRAG and Shimano Spheros SW A?

Delphin QUEEN MonoDRAG 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 8.11 out of 10 (284g / 10,02oz), the reel feels light in the hand.. ideal for active techniques like twitching, jigging, or topwater.

Shimano Spheros SW A 18000 HGX

With a drag score of 9.2 out of 10 (18kg / 39,68lbs), the reel is built to handle serious pressure from large saltwater predators
Built tough for the salt, ideal for seafishing.