Shimano AERO XR C5000X vs Delphin ELIXIR 3000X

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Shimano AERO XR

Feeder And Match

79.20 out of 100

Value for money4.5 out of 5

Quality classGood

Durability4.5 out of 10

Ergonomics6.09 out of 10

Gear ratio4.7

Maximum drag11kg / 24.25lbs

Weight250g / 8.82oz

Line retireve per crank80 centimeter / 31.5 inch

Ball bearings5+1

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelFeeder and match
Price range~ €125.33
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel sizeC5000
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.4/120

Delphin ELIXIR

Spinning

53.30 out of 100

Value for money4 out of 5

Quality classLow

Durability2.5 out of 10

Ergonomics6.19 out of 10

Gear ratio5.0:1

Maximum drag-

Weight244g / 8.61oz

Line retireve per crank-

Ball bearings3+1

Technical Specifications

BrandDELPHIN
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €18.95
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size3000
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.16/350

Conclusion

Shimano AERO XR C5000X clearly outshines Delphin ELIXIR 3000X, offering significantly better performance in maximum drag (11kg / 24,25lbs) and line retrieve per crank (80 centimeter / 31.5 inch). While Delphin ELIXIR 3000X may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano AERO XR C5000X 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 C5000X

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
This reel provides steady retrieval 80 centimeter / 31.5 inch (6.43 out of 10), good enough for most feeder and match scenarios