Penn Battle III 2000X vs Delphin HORNET 50X

Penn Battle III
Spinning
74.40 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classMedium
Durability7.69 out of 10
Ergonomics6.12 out of 10
Gear ratio6.2:1
Maximum drag4.5kg / 9,92lbs
Weight265g / 9.35oz
Line retireve per crank76 centimeter / 29.92 inch
Ball bearings6
Technical Specifications
- BrandPENN
- The main category of the reelSpinning
- Price range~ €89.00
- Is saltwater resistantYes
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size2000
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.20/220

Delphin HORNET
Spinning
44.40 out of 100
Value for money3.5 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability2.62 out of 10
Ergonomics4 out of 10
Gear ratio5.2:1
Maximum drag-
Weight360g / 12oz
Line retireve per crank-
Ball bearings3+1
Technical Specifications
- BrandDELPHIN
- The main category of the reelSpinning
- Price range~ €26.95
- Is saltwater resistantNo
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size50
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.22/400
Conclusion
Penn Battle III 2000X clearly outshines Delphin HORNET 50X, offering significantly better performance in maximum drag (4,5kg / 9,92lbs) and line retrieve per crank (76 centimeter / 29.92 inch). While Delphin HORNET 50X may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Penn Battle III 2000X is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.
What's the difference between Penn Battle III and Delphin HORNET?
Penn Battle III 2000X
- A drag rating of 6.38 out of 10 (4,5kg / 9,92lbs) gives you steady control and it's perfect for most freshwater fish and light saltwater action
- With a score like 8.23 out of 10 (265g / 9,35oz), the reel feels light in the hand.. ideal for active techniques like twitching, jigging, or topwater.
- When it comes to retrieve speed, a score of 5.86 out of 10 (76 centimeter / 29.92 inch) means slower line pickup, great when you need more control for slower fishing styles
- Saltwater-safe design makes it perfect for spinning conditions.
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