Delphin YUPIE vs Daiwa 20 Saltiga (G) 18000-HX

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

Delphin YUPIE

Spinning

45.60 out of 100

Value for money3.5 out of 5

Quality classLow

Durability2.5 out of 10

Ergonomics6.22 out of 10

Gear ratio5.1:1

Maximum drag3 kg

Weight234g / 8.25oz

Line retireve per crank65 centimeter / 25.59 inch

Ball bearings2

Technical Specifications

BrandDELPHIN
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €14.95
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size3000
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.18/335

Daiwa 20 Saltiga (G)

Seafishing

67.80 out of 100

Value for money3 out of 5

Quality classExcellent

Durability9.5 out of 10

Ergonomics3.4 out of 10

Gear ratio5.8:1

Maximum drag30kg / 66.14lbs

Weight885g / 31.22oz

Line retireve per crank131 centimeter / 51.57 inch

Ball bearings12

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelSeafishing
Price range~ €850.33
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel size18000-H
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.47/300

Conclusion

Daiwa 20 Saltiga (G) 18000-HX clearly outshines Delphin YUPIE, offering significantly better performance in durability (9.5 out of 10) and maximum drag (30kg / 66,14lbs). While Delphin YUPIE may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa 20 Saltiga (G) 18000-HX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Delphin YUPIE and Daiwa 20 Saltiga (G)?

Delphin YUPIE

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 8.44 out of 10 (234g / 8,25oz), the reel feels light in the hand.. ideal for active techniques like twitching, jigging, or topwater.