Shimano Twin Power FE 5000XGFEX vs Delphin HORNET 40X

Shimano Twin Power FE
Spinning
95.00 out of 100
Value for money4.5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability5.57 out of 10
Ergonomics6.12 out of 10
Gear ratio6.2:1
Maximum drag11kg / 24.25lbs
Weight265g / 9.35oz
Line retireve per crank101 centimeter / 39.76 inch
Ball bearings9+1
Technical Specifications
- BrandSHIMANO
- The main category of the reelSpinning
- Price range~ €399.33
- Is saltwater resistantNo
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size5000XGFE
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.4/120

Delphin HORNET
Spinning
44.40 out of 100
Value for money3.5 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability2.6 out of 10
Ergonomics4 out of 10
Gear ratio5.2:1
Maximum drag-
Weight340g / 11oz
Line retireve per crank-
Ball bearings3+1
Technical Specifications
- BrandDELPHIN
- The main category of the reelSpinning
- Price range~ €25.95
- Is saltwater resistantNo
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size40
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.8/500
Conclusion
Shimano Twin Power FE 5000XGFEX clearly outshines Delphin HORNET 40X, offering significantly better performance in maximum drag (11kg / 24,25lbs) and line retrieve per crank (101 centimeter / 39.76 inch). While Delphin HORNET 40X may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano Twin Power FE 5000XGFEX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.
What's the difference between Shimano Twin Power FE and Delphin HORNET?
Shimano Twin Power FE 5000XGFEX
- 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
- With a score like 8.23 out of 10 (265g / 9,35oz), the reel feels light in the hand.. ideal for active techniques like twitching, jigging, or topwater.
- A high retrieve rate of 9.6 out of 10 (101 centimeter / 39.76 inch), means the reel is made just for speed, perfect for speed fishing or covering water quickly
Delphin HORNET 40X
- The reel scores 7 out of 10 (3+1) in bearings, offering smooth performance for regular use with no issues
Similar comparisons

Delphin HORNET 20X vs Daiwa 19 Certate 4000CXHX


Delphin QUEEN MonoDRAG 3000X vs Shimano 21 Sustain 3000 FJX


Daiwa 24 CERTATE(G) 2500DX vs Shimano Ultegra C2500SHGDX


Shimano 21 Nexave FI 3000X vs Daiwa Fuego LT 3000D-CX


Penn 2020 Clash II 4000 HSX vs Daiwa 20 Legalis LT 2500-XHX


Delphin QUEEN MonoDRAG 3000X vs Daiwa 19 Certate 4000D-CX


Daiwa 24 IPRIMI LT 1000 S-PX vs Daiwa 20 Legalis LT 2500-XHX


Delphin IXCELA AL BODY 5000X vs Shimano Ultegra C2500SHGDX


Daiwa 22 Exist LT 2500X vs Shimano 20 Stella 4000 HGX


Penn 2020 Clash II 4000 HSX vs Shimano 20 Stella 4000 HGX


Shimano 20 Stella 4000 HGX vs Daiwa 23 FUEGO LT 2500-XHX


Daiwa 19 Certate 4000CXHX vs Shimano 20 Stella 6000 XGX


Delphin QUEEN MonoDRAG 3000X vs Shimano 20 Stella 4000 HGX


Daiwa 24 CERTATE(G) FC 2000-PX vs Delphin IXCELA AL BODY 5000X


Daiwa 19 Certate 4000D-CX vs Shimano Ultegra C2500SHGDX


Shimano 21 Sustain 3000 FJX vs Daiwa 20 Legalis LT 2500-XHX


Penn 2020 Clash II 4000 HSX vs Daiwa 19 Certate 4000CXHX


Daiwa 24 CERTATE(G) FC 2000-PX vs Daiwa 19 Certate 4000D-CX


Daiwa 22 Exist LT 2500X vs Daiwa 23 FUEGO LT 2500-XHX


Penn 2020 Clash II 4000 HSX vs Shimano 21 Nexave FI 3000X
