Shimano AERO XR C5000X vs Delphin HORNET 30X
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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 HORNET
Spinning
57.20 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability2.58 out of 10
Ergonomics6.13 out of 10
Gear ratio5.2:1
Maximum drag-
Weight260g / 9oz
Line retireve per crank-
Ball bearings3+1
Technical Specifications
- BrandDELPHIN
- The main category of the reelSpinning
- Price range~ €24.95
- Is saltwater resistantNo
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size30
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.16/430
Conclusion
Shimano AERO XR C5000X clearly outshines Delphin HORNET 30X, offering significantly better performance in maximum drag (11kg / 24,25lbs) and line retrieve per crank (80 centimeter / 31.5 inch). While Delphin HORNET 30X 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 HORNET?
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
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