Daiwa 20 Ballistic EX LT 3000D-CX vs Shimano Cardiff XR C2000SX

Daiwa 20 Ballistic EX LT
Spinning
90.80 out of 100
Value for money5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability5.5 out of 10
Ergonomics6.42 out of 10
Gear ratio5.3:1
Maximum drag10kg / 22.05lbs
Weight175g / 6.17oz
Line retireve per crank80 centimeter / 31.5 inch
Ball bearings11
Technical Specifications
- BrandDAIWA
- The main category of the reelSpinning
- Price range~ €226.80
- Is saltwater resistantNo
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size3000D-C
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.33/150

Shimano Cardiff XR
Spinning
77.60 out of 100
Value for money4.5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability5.5 out of 10
Ergonomics6.48 out of 10
Gear ratio5.1:1
Maximum drag3kg / 6.61lbs
Weight155g / 5.47oz
Line retireve per crank69 centimeter / 27.17 inch
Ball bearings10
Technical Specifications
- BrandSHIMANO
- The main category of the reelSpinning
- Price range~ €219.33
- Is saltwater resistantNo
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel sizeC2000S
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.16/105
Conclusion
Daiwa 20 Ballistic EX LT 3000D-CX edges out Shimano Cardiff XR C2000SX with slightly better overall performance, especially on the maximum drag (10kg / 22,05lbs) and the line retrieve per crank (80 centimeter / 31.5 inch). Still, Shimano Cardiff XR C2000SX holds its own with strengths like a weight of 155g / 5,47oz and a ergonomics of 6.48 out of 10, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.
What's the difference between Daiwa 20 Ballistic EX LT and Shimano Cardiff XR?
Daiwa 20 Ballistic EX LT 3000D-CX
- 6.43 out of 10 (80 centimeter / 31.5 inch) in line retrieve, means the reel delivers a steady and reliable retrieve which is ideal for most everyday techniques
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