Shimano AERO XR C3000X vs Delphin ELIXIR 5000X

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Shimano AERO XR

Feeder And Match

81.00 out of 100

Value for money4.5 out of 5

Quality classGood

Durability4.5 out of 10

Ergonomics6.2 out of 10

Gear ratio5

Maximum drag9kg / 19.84lbs

Weight210g / 7.41oz

Line retireve per crank73 centimeter / 28.74 inch

Ball bearings5+1

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelFeeder and match
Price range~ €114.33
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel sizeC3000
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.3/130

Delphin ELIXIR

Spinning

52.50 out of 100

Value for money4 out of 5

Quality classLow

Durability2.52 out of 10

Ergonomics6.04 out of 10

Gear ratio5.0:1

Maximum drag-

Weight288g / 10.16oz

Line retireve per crank-

Ball bearings3+1

Technical Specifications

BrandDELPHIN
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €20.95
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size5000
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.2/450

Conclusion

Shimano AERO XR C3000X clearly outshines Delphin ELIXIR 5000X, offering significantly better performance in maximum drag (9kg / 19,84lbs) and line retrieve per crank (73 centimeter / 28.74 inch). While Delphin ELIXIR 5000X may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano AERO XR C3000X is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

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

Shimano AERO XR C3000X

With a maximum drag of 10 out of 10 (9kg / 19,84lbs), this reel offers excellent stopping power, giving fishermen the confidence to handle pressure situations with ease
With a line retrieve of 73 centimeter / 28.74 inch (5.43 out of 10), this reel retrieves slowly.. suitable for relaxed feeder fishing