Daiwa 20 N’Zon LT 5000-CPX vs Shimano Cardiff 201A

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Daiwa 20 N’Zon LT, 5000-CP, left and right hand, Match and Feeder Fishing Reel, Front Drag, 10312-500
Daiwa 20 N’Zon LT
Feeder And Match
64.90 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classMedium
Durability3.61 out of 10
Ergonomics5.97 out of 10
Gear ratio4.7:1
Maximum drag12kg / 26.46lbs
Weight290g / 10.23oz
Line retireve per crank79 centimeter / 31.1 inch
Ball bearings4

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDAIWA
  • The main category of the reelFeeder and match
  • Price range~ €72.33
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size5000-CP
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.28/150
Shimano Cardiff 201A, Lefthand, Multiplier Reel, Baitcasting reel
Shimano Cardiff 201A
Multireels
35.00 out of 100
Value for money3.5 out of 5
Quality classMedium
Durability3.69 out of 10
Ergonomics6.42 out of 10
Gear ratio5.8:1
Maximum drag5kg / 11.02 lbs
Weight230g / 8.11oz
Line retireve per crank61cm / 24.01 inch
Ball bearings4 A-RB + 1 RB

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelMultireels
  • Price range~ €88.60
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size201
  • Handle typeDouble handle
  • Drag typeStar drag
  • Handle orientationLeft
  • Line capacity monofilmm/m: 0.20/315. 0.25/255, 0.30/195 lb-yds: 8/230, 10/210, 14/120

Conclusion

Daiwa 20 N’Zon LT 5000-CPX clearly outshines Shimano Cardiff 201A, offering significantly better performance in maximum drag (12kg / 26,46lbs) and gear ratio (4.7:1). While Shimano Cardiff 201A may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa 20 N’Zon LT 5000-CPX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Daiwa 20 N’Zon LT and Shimano Cardiff 201A?

Daiwa 20 N’Zon LT 5000-CPX

  • The reel delivers balanced performance, suitable for most feeder and match situations without compromising too much on retrieve speed
  • With a maximum drag of 10 out of 10 (12kg / 26,46lbs), this reel offers excellent stopping power, giving fishermen the confidence to handle pressure situations with ease
  • This reel provides steady retrieval 79 centimeter / 31.1 inch (6.29 out of 10), good enough for most feeder and match scenarios