Daiwa 19 Certate 3000DX vs Shimano Cardiff 401A
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Daiwa 19 Certate
Spinning
88.90 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics6.25 out of 10
Gear ratio5.2:1
Maximum drag-
Weight225g / 7.94oz
Line retireve per crank77 centimeter / 30.31 inch
Ball bearings10
Technical Specifications
- BrandDAIWA
- The main category of the reelSpinning
- Price range~ €389.00
- Is saltwater resistantYes
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size3000D
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.33/150

Shimano Cardiff 401A
Multireels
48.20 out of 100
Value for money3.5 out of 5
Quality classMedium
Durability3.72 out of 10
Ergonomics6.24 out of 10
Gear ratio5.2:1
Maximum drag5kg / 11.02 lbs
Weight337g / 11.89oz
Line retireve per crank56cm / 22.05 inch
Ball bearings4 A-RB + 1 RB
Technical Specifications
- BrandSHIMANO
- The main category of the reelMultireels
- Price range~ €95.30
- Is saltwater resistantNo
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size401
- Handle typeDouble handle
- Drag typeStar drag
- Handle orientationLeft
- Line capacity monofil0.30mm-325m / 0.35mm-270m / 0.40mm-215m 12lb-330yds / 14lb-250yds / 20lb-165yds
Conclusion
Daiwa 19 Certate 3000DX clearly outshines Shimano Cardiff 401A, offering significantly better performance in durability (9.5 out of 10) and total score (8.89 out of 10). While Shimano Cardiff 401A may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa 19 Certate 3000DX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.
What's the difference between Daiwa 19 Certate and Shimano Cardiff 401A?
Daiwa 19 Certate 3000DX
- 6 out of 10 (77 centimeter / 30.31 inch) in line retrieve, means the reel delivers a steady and reliable retrieve which is ideal for most everyday techniques
- Saltwater-safe design makes it perfect for spinning conditions.
Shimano Cardiff 401A
- A 7 out of 10 (4 A-RB + 1 RB) ball bearing gives a smooth performance across most typical fishing situations
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