Daiwa 20 Legalis LT 2000-XHX vs Shimano Cardiff 401A
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Daiwa 20 Legalis LT
Spinning
63.90 out of 100
Value for money3 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability3 out of 10
Ergonomics6.38 out of 10
Gear ratio6.2:1
Maximum drag5kg / 11.02lbs
Weight185g / 6.53oz
Line retireve per crank81 centimeter / 31.89 inch
Ball bearings5
Technical Specifications
- BrandDAIWA
- The main category of the reelSpinning
- Price range~ €58.00
- Is saltwater resistantNo
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size2000-XH
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.16/150

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 Legalis LT 2000-XHX clearly outshines Shimano Cardiff 401A, offering significantly better performance in maximum drag (5kg / 11,02lbs) and line retrieve per crank (81 centimeter / 31.89 inch). While Shimano Cardiff 401A may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa 20 Legalis LT 2000-XHX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.
What's the difference between Daiwa 20 Legalis LT and Shimano Cardiff 401A?
Daiwa 20 Legalis LT 2000-XHX
- A drag rating of 6.38 out of 10 (5kg / 11,02lbs) gives you steady control and it's perfect for most freshwater fish and light saltwater action
- 6.57 out of 10 (81 centimeter / 31.89 inch) in line retrieve, means the reel delivers a steady and reliable retrieve which is ideal for most everyday techniques
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