Shimano AERO XR C3000X vs Delphin HORNET 50X

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Shimano AERO XR, C3000, left and right hand, Feeder fishing reel, Front Drag, AEROXRC3000
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 HORNET, 50, 50, left and right hand, Spinning fishing reel, Front Drag, 286037050
Delphin HORNET
Spinning
44.40 out of 100
Value for money3.5 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability2.62 out of 10
Ergonomics4 out of 10
Gear ratio5.2:1
Maximum drag-
Weight360g / 12oz
Line retireve per crank-
Ball bearings3+1

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDELPHIN
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €26.95
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size50
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.22/400

Conclusion

Shimano AERO XR C3000X clearly outshines Delphin HORNET 50X, offering significantly better performance in maximum drag (9kg / 19,84lbs) and line retrieve per crank (73 centimeter / 28.74 inch). While Delphin HORNET 50X 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 HORNET?

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
  • Rated 8.8 out of 10 (210g / 7,41oz) in weight, this reel strikes a great balance between sturdiness and lightness, making it great for consistent feeder casting
  • With a line retrieve of 73 centimeter / 28.74 inch (5.43 out of 10), this reel retrieves slowly.. suitable for relaxed feeder fishing