Daiwa 20 Exceler LT 3000-CXHX vs Shimano Cardiff 401A
The selected categories are different, score metrics vary from category to another.

Daiwa 20 Exceler LT
Spinning
71.80 out of 100
Value for money3 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability3 out of 10
Ergonomics6.3 out of 10
Gear ratio6.2:1
Maximum drag10kg / 22.05lbs
Weight210g / 7.41oz
Line retireve per crank93 centimeter / 36.61 inch
Ball bearings5
Technical Specifications
- BrandDAIWA
- The main category of the reelSpinning
- Price range~ €78.50
- Is saltwater resistantNo
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size3000-CXH
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.23/150

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 20 Exceler LT 3000-CXHX clearly outshines Shimano Cardiff 401A, offering significantly better performance in maximum drag (10kg / 22,05lbs) and line retrieve per crank (93 centimeter / 36.61 inch). While Shimano Cardiff 401A may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa 20 Exceler LT 3000-CXHX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.
What's the difference between Daiwa 20 Exceler LT and Shimano Cardiff 401A?
Daiwa 20 Exceler LT 3000-CXHX
- With a great drag score 9.6 out of 10 (10kg / 22,05lbs), the reel is built to handle big fish confidently.. whatever the setting, freshwater or inshore salt
- 8.8 out of 10 (93 centimeter / 36.61 inch) in line retrieve, means it picks up line fast, very handy when chasing quick fish
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