Shimano Dendou-Maru Plays 4000 vs Delphin QUEEN MonoDRAG 3000X

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Shimano Dendou-Maru Plays 4000, right hand, Multi Electric Fishing Reel, Star Drag, PLAYS4000
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 QUEEN MonoDRAG, 3000, left and right hand, Spinning fishing reel, Front Drag, 101001212
Delphin QUEEN MonoDRAG
Spinning
48.20 out of 100
Value for money3.5 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability2.72 out of 10
Ergonomics6.05 out of 10
Gear ratio5.1:1
Maximum drag0lbs
Weight284g / 10.02oz
Line retireve per crank0 inch
Ball bearings5+1

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDELPHIN
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €32.95
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size3000
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.16/210

Conclusion

Shimano Dendou-Maru Plays 4000 clearly outshines Delphin QUEEN MonoDRAG 3000X, offering significantly better performance in maximum drag (15kg / 33,07lbs) and line retrieve per crank (68 centimeter / 26.77 inch). While Delphin QUEEN MonoDRAG 3000X 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 QUEEN MonoDRAG?

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 QUEEN MonoDRAG 3000X

  • Thanks to its 7 out of 10 (5.1:1) gear ratio, the reel offers a strong balance between torque and quick retrieval
  • With a score like 8.11 out of 10 (284g / 10,02oz), the reel feels light in the hand.. ideal for active techniques like twitching, jigging, or topwater.
  • Landing a score of 8.67 out of 10 (5+1) in bearings, it feels smooth and controlled. Great when you're fishing actively and want consistency