Shimano Tekota 500 HGA / Right handX vs Delphin ELIXIR 5000X

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Shimano Tekota, 500 HGA, right hand, Trolling fishing reel, Star Drag, Multiplier reel, TEK500HGA
Shimano Tekota
Multireels
66.90 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classGood
Durability8.57 out of 10
Ergonomics6.12 out of 10
Gear ratio6.3:1
Maximum drag11kg / 24.25lbs
Weight410g / 14.46oz
Line retireve per crank75 centimeter / 29.53 inch
Ball bearings4

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelMultireels
  • Price range~ €170.90
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size500 HGA
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeStar drag
  • Handle orientationRight
  • Line capacity monofillbs/yds: 12/440
Delphin ELIXIR, 5000, left and right hand, Spinning & Feeder Fishing Reel, Front Drag, 101003250
Delphin ELIXIR
Spinning
52.50 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability2.52 out of 10
Ergonomics6.04 out of 10
Gear ratio5.0:1
Maximum drag-
Weight288g / 10.16oz
Line retireve per crank-
Ball bearings3+1

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDELPHIN
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €20.95
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size5000
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.2/450

Conclusion

Shimano Tekota 500 HGA / Right handX edges out Delphin ELIXIR 5000X with slightly better overall performance, especially on the maximum drag (11kg / 24,25lbs) and the line retrieve per crank (75 centimeter / 29.53 inch). Still, Delphin ELIXIR 5000X holds its own with strengths like a gear ratio of 5.0:1 and a ball bearings of 3+1, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.

What's the difference between Shimano Tekota and Delphin ELIXIR?

Shimano Tekota 500 HGA / Right handX

  • A drag score of 6.54 out of 10 (11kg / 24,25lbs) means you’re covered for most average carp battles without overthinking it
  • A score of 6.43 out of 10 (75 centimeter / 29.53 inch) gives a decent speed but doess not rush a lot
  • Ready for saltwater, great for any multireels adventure.

Delphin ELIXIR 5000X

  • Thanks to its 6.33 out of 10 (5.0:1) gear ratio, the reel offers a strong balance between torque and quick retrieval