Shimano Dendou-Maru Plays 4000 vs Delphin BRONZ 4000X

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Shimano Dendou-Maru Plays 4000

Multireels

73.80 out of 100

Value for money3.5 out of 5

Quality classExcellent

Durability5.73 out of 10

Ergonomics3.8 out of 10

Gear ratio3.2:1

Maximum drag15kg / 33.07lbs

Weight1230g / 43.39oz

Line retireve per crank68 centimeter / 26.77 inch

Ball bearings3

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelMultireels
Price range~ €622.90
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size-
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeStar drag
Handle orientationRight
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.47/300

Delphin BRONZ

Spinning

51.30 out of 100

Value for money4 out of 5

Quality classLow

Durability2.5 out of 10

Ergonomics6.18 out of 10

Gear ratio5.2:1

Maximum drag0lbs

Weight245g / 8.64oz

Line retireve per crank-

Ball bearings2

Technical Specifications

BrandDELPHIN
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €15.95
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size4000
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.22/315

Conclusion

Shimano Dendou-Maru Plays 4000 clearly outshines Delphin BRONZ 4000X, offering significantly better performance in maximum drag (15kg / 33,07lbs) and line retrieve per crank (68 centimeter / 26.77 inch). While Delphin BRONZ 4000X may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano Dendou-Maru Plays 4000 is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Shimano Dendou-Maru Plays 4000 and Delphin BRONZ?

Shimano Dendou-Maru Plays 4000

With a serious drag score of 9.2 out of 10 (15kg / 33,07lbs), this reel is made to stop big carp in their tracks, even in rough terrain or tight swims
With a retrieve score of 5.43 out of 10 (68 centimeter / 26.77 inch), this reel takes its timeand gives full control during delicate retrieves

Delphin BRONZ 4000X

The reel brings in line quickly with its 8 out of 10 (5.2:1) rating, making it a great fit for power fishing
With a score like 8.37 out of 10 (245g / 8,64oz), the reel feels light in the hand.. ideal for active techniques like twitching, jigging, or topwater.