Shimano Stradic GTM 2500 RC Spinning reel with fighting drag vs Delphin CarbonIX 2000X

Shimano Stradic GTM 2500 RC Spinning reel with fighting drag
Shimano Stradic GTM 2500 RC Spinning reel with fighting drag
Spinning
57.30 out of 100
Value for money3.5 out of 5
Quality classMedium
Durability3.74 out of 10
Ergonomics2 out of 10
Gear ratio6.0:1
Maximum drag2.5 kg - 5.51 lbs
Weight315 g - 11.1oz
Line retireve per crank88 cm / 34.65 inch
Ball bearings4 Shielded Stainless Steel

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €99.33
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size2500
  • Handle typeDouble handle
  • Drag typeRead drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/m: 0.18-290 / 0,20-240 / 0,25-160 / 0,30-105 lb/yds: 6-200 / 8-140 / 10-120
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 Stradic GTM 2500 RC Spinning reel with fighting drag clearly outshines Delphin CarbonIX 2000X, offering significantly better performance in line retrieve per crank (88 cm / 34.65 inch) and maximum drag (2,5 kg - 5.51 lbs). While Delphin CarbonIX 2000X may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano Stradic GTM 2500 RC Spinning reel with fighting drag is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Shimano Stradic GTM 2500 RC Spinning reel with fighting drag and Delphin CarbonIX?

Shimano Stradic GTM 2500 RC Spinning reel with fighting drag

  • A drag rating of 6.38 out of 10 (2,5 kg - 5.51 lbs) gives you steady control and it's perfect for most freshwater fish and light saltwater action
  • 8.3 out of 10 (88 cm / 34.65 inch) in line retrieve, means it picks up line fast, very handy when chasing quick fish