Shimano Twin Power FD 4000X vs Delphin ELIXIR 5000X
Shimano Twin Power FD
Spinning
92.00 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability5.56 out of 10
Ergonomics6.1 out of 10
Gear ratio5.3:1
Maximum drag11kg / 24.25lbs
Weight270g / 9.52oz
Line retireve per crank87 centimeter / 34.25 inch
Ball bearings10
Technical Specifications
- BrandSHIMANO
- The main category of the reelSpinning
- Price range~ €389.80
- Is saltwater resistantNo
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size4000
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.3/180
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 Twin Power FD 4000X clearly outshines Delphin ELIXIR 5000X, offering significantly better performance in maximum drag (11kg / 24,25lbs) and line retrieve per crank (87 centimeter / 34.25 inch). While Delphin ELIXIR 5000X may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano Twin Power FD 4000X is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.
What's the difference between Shimano Twin Power FD and Delphin ELIXIR?
Shimano Twin Power FD 4000X
- With a great drag score 10 out of 10 (11kg / 24,25lbs), the reel is built to handle big fish confidently.. whatever the setting, freshwater or inshore salt
- 8.2 out of 10 (87 centimeter / 34.25 inch) in line retrieve, means it picks up line fast, very handy when chasing quick fish
Delphin ELIXIR 5000X
- The reel scores 7 out of 10 (3+1) in bearings, offering smooth performance for regular use with no issues
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