Shimano Spheros SW A 18000 HGX vs Delphin CarbonIX 1000X
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Shimano Spheros SW A
Seafishing
59.10 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classGood
Durability8.56 out of 10
Ergonomics3.4 out of 10
Gear ratio5.7:1
Maximum drag18kg / 39.68lbs
Weight920g / 32.45oz
Line retireve per crank129 centimeter / 50.79 inch
Ball bearings4+1
Technical Specifications
- BrandSHIMANO
- The main category of the reelSeafishing
- Price range~ €169.33
- Is saltwater resistantYes
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size18000 HG
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.52/310

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 Spheros SW A 18000 HGX clearly outshines Delphin CarbonIX 1000X, offering significantly better performance in maximum drag (18kg / 39,68lbs) and durability (8.56 out of 10). While Delphin CarbonIX 1000X may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano Spheros SW A 18000 HGX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.
What's the difference between Shimano Spheros SW A and Delphin CarbonIX?
Shimano Spheros SW A 18000 HGX
- With a drag score of 9.2 out of 10 (18kg / 39,68lbs), the reel is built to handle serious pressure from large saltwater predators
- Built tough for the salt, ideal for seafishing.
Delphin CarbonIX 1000X
- 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 8.64 out of 10 (204g / 7,2oz), the reel feels light in the hand.. ideal for active techniques like twitching, jigging, or topwater.
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