Shimano Ultegra C3000XGDX vs Delphin CarbonIX 2000X

Shimano Ultegra, C3000XGD, left and right hand, Spinning fishing reel, Front Drag, ULTC3000XGD
Shimano Ultegra
Spinning
75.80 out of 100
Value for money4.5 out of 5
Quality classGood
Durability8.5 out of 10
Ergonomics6.27 out of 10
Gear ratio6.4:1
Maximum drag9kg / 19.84lbs
Weight220g / 7.76oz
Line retireve per crank94 centimeter / 37.01 inch
Ball bearings6

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €132.00
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel sizeC3000XGD
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.3/130
Delphin CarbonIX, 2000, 2T, left and right hand, Spinning fishing reel, Front Drag, 101002861
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 Ultegra C3000XGDX clearly outshines Delphin CarbonIX 2000X, offering significantly better performance in maximum drag (9kg / 19,84lbs) and line retrieve per crank (94 centimeter / 37.01 inch). While Delphin CarbonIX 2000X may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano Ultegra C3000XGDX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Shimano Ultegra and Delphin CarbonIX?

Shimano Ultegra C3000XGDX

  • With a great drag score 9.2 out of 10 (9kg / 19,84lbs), the reel is built to handle big fish confidently.. whatever the setting, freshwater or inshore salt
  • 8.9 out of 10 (94 centimeter / 37.01 inch) in line retrieve, means it picks up line fast, very handy when chasing quick fish
  • Saltwater-safe design makes it perfect for spinning conditions.

Delphin CarbonIX 2000X

  • Thanks to its 7 out of 10 (5.1:1) gear ratio, the reel offers a strong balance between torque and quick retrieval