Shimano Complex XR 2500 HGX vs Delphin BRONZ 5000X

Shimano Complex XR
Spinning
89.20 out of 100
Value for money4.5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability5.5 out of 10
Ergonomics6.42 out of 10
Gear ratio6.0:1
Maximum drag4kg / 8.82lbs
Weight175g / 6.17oz
Line retireve per crank89 centimeter / 35.04 inch
Ball bearings10
Technical Specifications
- BrandSHIMANO
- The main category of the reelSpinning
- Price range~ €215.33
- Is saltwater resistantNo
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size2500 HG
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.18/100

Delphin BRONZ
Spinning
51.10 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability2.5 out of 10
Ergonomics6.15 out of 10
Gear ratio5.2:1
Maximum drag0lbs
Weight254g / 8.96oz
Line retireve per crank-
Ball bearings2
Technical Specifications
- BrandDELPHIN
- The main category of the reelSpinning
- Price range~ €16.95
- Is saltwater resistantNo
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size5000
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.24/310
Conclusion
Shimano Complex XR 2500 HGX clearly outshines Delphin BRONZ 5000X, offering significantly better performance in line retrieve per crank (89 centimeter / 35.04 inch) and maximum drag (4kg / 8,82lbs). While Delphin BRONZ 5000X may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano Complex XR 2500 HGX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.
What's the difference between Shimano Complex XR and Delphin BRONZ?
Shimano Complex XR 2500 HGX
- Designed with a light drag at 5.69 out of 10 (4kg / 8,82lbs), the reel is perfect when you're going after small fish or using ultralight setups
- 8.4 out of 10 (89 centimeter / 35.04 inch) in line retrieve, means it picks up line fast, very handy when chasing quick fish
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