Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A 8000 HGX vs Delphin BRONZ 3000X

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Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A, 8000 HG, left and right hand, Saltwater fishing reel, Front Drag, SRG8000SWAHG
Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A
Seafishing
65.60 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classGood
Durability8.72 out of 10
Ergonomics5.44 out of 10
Gear ratio5.6:1
Maximum drag16kg / 35.27lbs
Weight675g / 23.81oz
Line retireve per crank107 centimeter / 42.13 inch
Ball bearings6

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelSeafishing
  • Price range~ €215.33
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size8000 HG
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.4/230
Delphin BRONZ, 3000, 3T, left and right hand, Spinning fishing reel, Front Drag, 101003745
Delphin BRONZ
Spinning
49.40 out of 100
Value for money3.5 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability2.5 out of 10
Ergonomics6.27 out of 10
Gear ratio5.1:1
Maximum drag0lbs
Weight220g / 7.76oz
Line retireve per crank-
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: 0.2/270

Conclusion

Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A 8000 HGX clearly outshines Delphin BRONZ 3000X, offering significantly better performance in maximum drag (16kg / 35,27lbs) and durability (8.72 out of 10). While Delphin BRONZ 3000X may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A 8000 HGX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A and Delphin BRONZ?

Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A 8000 HGX

  • Scoring 8.4 out of 10 (16kg / 35,27lbs), the reel delivers reliable, smooth resistance when targeting strong fighters like snapper or pollock
  • Scoring 8.5 out of 10 (6), the reel runs smooth under pressure
  • Built tough for the salt, ideal for seafishing.

Delphin BRONZ 3000X

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