Shimano Stradic GTM 3000S RC Spinning reel with fighting drag vs Delphin CarbonIX 3000X

Shimano Stradic GTM 3000S RC Spinning reel with fighting drag

Spinning

57.90 out of 100

Value for money3.5 out of 5

Quality classMedium

Durability3.79 out of 10

Ergonomics2 out of 10

Gear ratio6.0:1

Maximum drag2.5 kg - 5.51 lbs

Weight345 g - 12.17oz

Line retireve per crank92 cm / 36.22 inch

Ball bearings4 Shielded Stainless Steel

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €109.33
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size3000 S
Handle typeDouble handle
Drag typeRead drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/m: 0.18-240 / 0,20-220 / 0,25-140 / 0,30-100 lb/yds: 6-180 / 8-120 / 10-100

Delphin CarbonIX

Spinning

49.50 out of 100

Value for money3 out of 5

Quality classLow

Durability2.92 out of 10

Ergonomics6.23 out of 10

Gear ratio5.1:1

Maximum drag0lbs

Weight230g / 8.11oz

Line retireve per crank0 inch

Ball bearings5+1

Technical Specifications

BrandDELPHIN
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €44.95
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size3000
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.14/257

Conclusion

Shimano Stradic GTM 3000S RC Spinning reel with fighting drag clearly outshines Delphin CarbonIX 3000X, offering significantly better performance in line retrieve per crank (92 cm / 36.22 inch) and maximum drag (2,5 kg - 5.51 lbs). While Delphin CarbonIX 3000X may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano Stradic GTM 3000S 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 3000S RC Spinning reel with fighting drag and Delphin CarbonIX?

Shimano Stradic GTM 3000S 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
8.7 out of 10 (92 cm / 36.22 inch) in line retrieve, means it picks up line fast, very handy when chasing quick fish