Shimano Sedona 500 FI vs Delphin BRONZ 3000X

Shimano Sedona 500 FI

Spinning

54.70 out of 100

Value for money3 out of 5

Quality classLow

Durability3 out of 10

Ergonomics6.4 out of 10

Gear ratio5.6:1

Maximum drag3kg / 7 lbs

Weight180g / 6.3oz

Line retireve per crank69cm / 27 inch

Ball bearings3 S SUS + 1 Rollerbearing

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €52.80
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size500
Handle typeHandle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/m: 0.20/110 lb/yds: 2/190. 4/100, 6/60

Delphin BRONZ

Spinning

49.40 out of 100

Value for money3.5 out of 5

Quality classLow

Durability2.5 out of 10

Ergonomics6.27 out of 10

Gear ratio5.1:1

Maximum drag0lbs

Weight220g / 7.76oz

Line retireve per crank-

Ball bearings2

Technical Specifications

BrandDELPHIN
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €14.95
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size3000
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.2/270

Conclusion

Shimano Sedona 500 FI clearly outshines Delphin BRONZ 3000X, offering significantly better performance in maximum drag (3kg / 7 lbs) and ball bearings (3 S SUS + 1 Rollerbearing). While Delphin BRONZ 3000X may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano Sedona 500 FI is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Shimano Sedona 500 FI and Delphin BRONZ?

Shimano Sedona 500 FI

Designed with a light drag at 5 out of 10 (3kg / 7 lbs), the reel is perfect when you're going after small fish or using ultralight setups
The reel scores 7 out of 10 (3 S SUS + 1 Rollerbearing) in bearings, offering smooth performance for regular use with no issues