Shimano AERO XR 4000X vs Delphin CarbonIX 1000X

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Shimano AERO XR

Feeder And Match

78.30 out of 100

Value for money4.5 out of 5

Quality classGood

Durability4.5 out of 10

Ergonomics6.1 out of 10

Gear ratio4.7

Maximum drag11kg / 24.25lbs

Weight245g / 8.64oz

Line retireve per crank75 centimeter / 29.53 inch

Ball bearings5+1

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelFeeder and match
Price range~ €121.33
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size4000
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.35/130

Delphin CarbonIX

Spinning

49.80 out of 100

Value for money3 out of 5

Quality classLow

Durability2.85 out of 10

Ergonomics6.32 out of 10

Gear ratio5.1:1

Maximum drag0lbs

Weight204g / 7.2oz

Line retireve per crank0 inch

Ball bearings5+1

Technical Specifications

BrandDELPHIN
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €40.95
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size1000
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.1/285

Conclusion

Shimano AERO XR 4000X clearly outshines Delphin CarbonIX 1000X, offering significantly better performance in maximum drag (11kg / 24,25lbs) and line retrieve per crank (75 centimeter / 29.53 inch). While Delphin CarbonIX 1000X may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano AERO XR 4000X is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Shimano AERO XR and Delphin CarbonIX?

Shimano AERO XR 4000X

With a maximum drag of 10 out of 10 (11kg / 24,25lbs), this reel offers excellent stopping power, giving fishermen the confidence to handle pressure situations with ease
With a line retrieve of 75 centimeter / 29.53 inch (5.71 out of 10), this reel retrieves slowly.. suitable for relaxed feeder fishing