Shimano Sahara FJ 2500X vs Delphin HORNET 60X

Shimano Sahara FJ
Spinning
65.40 out of 100
Value for money3 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability7 out of 10
Ergonomics6.2 out of 10
Gear ratio5.0:1
Maximum drag9kg / 19.84lbs
Weight240g / 8.47oz
Line retireve per crank73 centimeter / 28.74 inch
Ball bearings4+1
Technical Specifications
- BrandSHIMANO
- The main category of the reelSpinning
- Price range~ €63.33
- Is saltwater resistantYes
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size2500
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.25/160

Delphin HORNET
Spinning
44.50 out of 100
Value for money3.5 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability2.63 out of 10
Ergonomics4 out of 10
Gear ratio5.2:1
Maximum drag-
Weight380g / 13oz
Line retireve per crank-
Ball bearings3+1
Technical Specifications
- BrandDELPHIN
- The main category of the reelSpinning
- Price range~ €27.95
- Is saltwater resistantNo
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size60
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.24/440
Conclusion
Shimano Sahara FJ 2500X clearly outshines Delphin HORNET 60X, offering significantly better performance in maximum drag (9kg / 19,84lbs) and line retrieve per crank (73 centimeter / 28.74 inch). While Delphin HORNET 60X may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano Sahara FJ 2500X is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.
What's the difference between Shimano Sahara FJ and Delphin HORNET?
Shimano Sahara FJ 2500X
- With a great drag score 9.2 out of 10 (9kg / 19,84lbs), the reel is built to handle big fish confidently.. whatever the setting, freshwater or inshore salt
- With a score like 8.4 out of 10 (240g / 8,47oz), the reel feels light in the hand.. ideal for active techniques like twitching, jigging, or topwater.
- When it comes to retrieve speed, a score of 5.43 out of 10 (73 centimeter / 28.74 inch) means slower line pickup, great when you need more control for slower fishing styles
- Saltwater-safe design makes it perfect for spinning conditions.
Similar comparisons

Shimano Aero C5000X vs Delphin IXTREK 4000X


Delphin IXTREK 4000X vs Daiwa Freams LT 6000D-HX


Daiwa 20 Fuego LT 1000X vs Shimano 20 Stella 18000 HGX


Cormoran Cross Water 5PiF 3000X vs Daiwa 21 PROREX MQ LT 4000D-CX


Daiwa Freams LT 3000D-CX vs Daiwa 23 AIRITY LT 2000S-HX


Shimano Sahara 3000S R vs Daiwa 23 FUEGO LT 3000D-CX


Shimano 20 Stella 18000 HGX vs Mitchell MX2 Spinning 3000X


Daiwa 23 AIRITY LT 2000S-HX vs Daiwa 23 FUEGO LT 3000D-CX


Daiwa Freams LT 3000D-CX vs Shimano Stella FK C 5000 XGX


Shimano Vanford FA 2500AX vs Shimano Sahara 3000S R


Shimano Aero 4000X vs Daiwa 20 Fuego LT 1000X


Daiwa 21 PROREX MQ LT 4000D-CX vs Daiwa Freams LT 6000D-HX


Shimano Aero 4000X vs Shimano Vanford FA 2500AX


Shimano 20 Stella 18000 HGX vs Shimano Sahara 3000S R


Daiwa 20 Fuego LT 1000X vs Daiwa BG 5000X


Shimano Aero C5000X vs Shimano Sahara 3000S R


Shimano Sahara 3000S R vs Daiwa Freams LT 3000D-CX


Daiwa BG 5000X vs Shimano Vanford FA 2500AX


Daiwa BG 5000X vs Daiwa Freams LT 6000D-HX


Daiwa 20 Fuego LT 1000X vs Delphin IXTREK 4000X
