Shimano Twin Power FD 4000X vs Delphin INKS 2000X

Shimano Twin Power FD, 4000, left and right hand, Spinning Fishing Reel, Front Drag, TP4000FD
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 INKS, 2000, 2T, left and right hand, Spinning fishing reel, Front Drag, 101003330
Delphin INKS
Spinning
54.90 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability2.53 out of 10
Ergonomics6.17 out of 10
Gear ratio5.1:1
Maximum drag-
Weight250g / 8.82oz
Line retireve per crank-
Ball bearings3+1

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDELPHIN
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €21.95
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size2000
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.14/400

Conclusion

Shimano Twin Power FD 4000X clearly outshines Delphin INKS 2000X, offering significantly better performance in maximum drag (11kg / 24,25lbs) and line retrieve per crank (87 centimeter / 34.25 inch). While Delphin INKS 2000X 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 INKS?

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 INKS 2000X

  • The reel scores 7 out of 10 (3+1) in bearings, offering smooth performance for regular use with no issues