Shimano Stradic SWB 6000HGX vs Delphin CarbonIX 3000X

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Shimano Stradic SWB, 6000HG, left and right hand, Sea fishing reel, Front Drag, STSW60HGB
Shimano Stradic SWB
Seafishing
63.90 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classGood
Durability8.73 out of 10
Ergonomics5.76 out of 10
Gear ratio5.7:1
Maximum drag13kg / 28.66lbs
Weight450g / 15.87oz
Line retireve per crank103 centimeter / 40.55 inch
Ball bearings7

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelSeafishing
  • Price range~ €219.33
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size6000HG
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.37/190
Delphin CarbonIX, 3000, 3T, left and right hand, Spinning fishing reel, Front Drag, 101002862
Delphin CarbonIX
Spinning
49.50 out of 100
Value for money3 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability2.92 out of 10
Ergonomics6.23 out of 10
Gear ratio5.1:1
Maximum drag0lbs
Weight230g / 8.11oz
Line retireve per crank0 inch
Ball bearings5+1

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDELPHIN
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €44.95
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size3000
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.14/257

Conclusion

Shimano Stradic SWB 6000HGX clearly outshines Delphin CarbonIX 3000X, offering significantly better performance in maximum drag (13kg / 28,66lbs) and durability (8.73 out of 10). While Delphin CarbonIX 3000X may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano Stradic SWB 6000HGX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Shimano Stradic SWB and Delphin CarbonIX?

Shimano Stradic SWB 6000HGX

  • A drag score of 6.22 out of 10 (13kg / 28,66lbs) provides solid stopping power for typical inshore or light offshore fishing
  • Built tough for the salt, ideal for seafishing.

Delphin CarbonIX 3000X

  • Thanks to its 7 out of 10 (5.1:1) gear ratio, the reel offers a strong balance between torque and quick retrieval