Daiwa 20 Legalis LT 2000-XHX vs Shimano Cardiff 401A

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Daiwa 20 Legalis LT, 2000-XH, left and right hand, Spinning Fishing Reel, Front Drag, 10425-201
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, Lefthand, Multiplier Reel, Baitcasting reel
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