Shimano Twin Power FE 2500SHGFEX vs Delphin CarbonIX 2000X

Shimano Twin Power FE

Spinning

87.70 out of 100

Value for money4 out of 5

Quality classExcellent

Durability5.56 out of 10

Ergonomics6.3 out of 10

Gear ratio5.8:1

Maximum drag4kg / 8.82lbs

Weight210g / 7.41oz

Line retireve per crank86 centimeter / 33.86 inch

Ball bearings9+1

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €389.33
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size2500SHGFE
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.18/120

Delphin CarbonIX

Spinning

49.70 out of 100

Value for money3 out of 5

Quality classLow

Durability2.88 out of 10

Ergonomics6.3 out of 10

Gear ratio5.1:1

Maximum drag0lbs

Weight210g / 7.41oz

Line retireve per crank0 inch

Ball bearings5+1

Technical Specifications

BrandDELPHIN
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €42.95
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size2000
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.12/227

Conclusion

Shimano Twin Power FE 2500SHGFEX clearly outshines Delphin CarbonIX 2000X, offering significantly better performance in line retrieve per crank (86 centimeter / 33.86 inch) and maximum drag (4kg / 8,82lbs). While Delphin CarbonIX 2000X may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano Twin Power FE 2500SHGFEX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Shimano Twin Power FE and Delphin CarbonIX?

Shimano Twin Power FE 2500SHGFEX

Designed with a light drag at 5.69 out of 10 (4kg / 8,82lbs), the reel is perfect when you're going after small fish or using ultralight setups
8.1 out of 10 (86 centimeter / 33.86 inch) in line retrieve, means it picks up line fast, very handy when chasing quick fish