Daiwa 18 Prorex X LT 4000-CX vs Shimano Cardiff 201A
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Daiwa 18 Prorex X LT
Spinning
65.40 out of 100
Value for money2.5 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability3 out of 10
Ergonomics6.15 out of 10
Gear ratio5.2:1
Maximum drag12kg / 26.46lbs
Weight255g / 8.99oz
Line retireve per crank82 centimeter / 32.28 inch
Ball bearings5
Technical Specifications
- BrandDAIWA
- The main category of the reelSpinning
- Price range~ €75.30
- Is saltwater resistantNo
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size4000-C
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.28/150

Shimano Cardiff 201A
Multireels
35.00 out of 100
Value for money3.5 out of 5
Quality classMedium
Durability3.69 out of 10
Ergonomics6.42 out of 10
Gear ratio5.8:1
Maximum drag5kg / 11.02 lbs
Weight230g / 8.11oz
Line retireve per crank61cm / 24.01 inch
Ball bearings4 A-RB + 1 RB
Technical Specifications
- BrandSHIMANO
- The main category of the reelMultireels
- Price range~ €88.60
- Is saltwater resistantNo
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size201
- Handle typeDouble handle
- Drag typeStar drag
- Handle orientationLeft
- Line capacity monofilmm/m: 0.20/315. 0.25/255, 0.30/195 lb-yds: 8/230, 10/210, 14/120
Conclusion
Daiwa 18 Prorex X LT 4000-CX clearly outshines Shimano Cardiff 201A, offering significantly better performance in maximum drag (12kg / 26,46lbs) and gear ratio (5.2:1). While Shimano Cardiff 201A may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa 18 Prorex X LT 4000-CX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.
What's the difference between Daiwa 18 Prorex X LT and Shimano Cardiff 201A?
Daiwa 18 Prorex X LT 4000-CX
- The reel brings in line quickly with its 8 out of 10 (5.2:1) rating, making it a great fit for power fishing
- With a great drag score 10 out of 10 (12kg / 26,46lbs), the reel is built to handle big fish confidently.. whatever the setting, freshwater or inshore salt
- 6.71 out of 10 (82 centimeter / 32.28 inch) in line retrieve, means the reel delivers a steady and reliable retrieve which is ideal for most everyday techniques
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