Shimano FX 2500 HG FCX vs Delphin CarbonIX 1000X

Shimano FX

Spinning

62.20 out of 100

Value for money4 out of 5

Quality classLow

Durability2.5 out of 10

Ergonomics6.17 out of 10

Gear ratio6.2:1

Maximum drag4kg / 8.82lbs

Weight250g / 8.82oz

Line retireve per crank88 centimeter / 34.65 inch

Ball bearings3+1

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €18.33
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size2500 HG FC
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.25/160

Delphin CarbonIX

Spinning

49.80 out of 100

Value for money3 out of 5

Quality classLow

Durability2.85 out of 10

Ergonomics6.32 out of 10

Gear ratio5.1:1

Maximum drag0lbs

Weight204g / 7.2oz

Line retireve per crank0 inch

Ball bearings5+1

Technical Specifications

BrandDELPHIN
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €40.95
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size1000
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.1/285

Conclusion

Shimano FX 2500 HG FCX clearly outshines Delphin CarbonIX 1000X, offering significantly better performance in line retrieve per crank (88 centimeter / 34.65 inch) and maximum drag (4kg / 8,82lbs). While Delphin CarbonIX 1000X may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano FX 2500 HG FCX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Shimano FX and Delphin CarbonIX?

Shimano FX 2500 HG FCX

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
8.3 out of 10 (88 centimeter / 34.65 inch) in line retrieve, means it picks up line fast, very handy when chasing quick fish