Daiwa 20 TOURNAMENT QD 3010 / Single crankX vs Shimano Cardiff 401A
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Daiwa 20 TOURNAMENT QD
Feeder And Match
90.40 out of 100
Value for money5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 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 bearings10
Technical Specifications
- BrandDAIWA
- The main category of the reelFeeder and match
- Price range~ €292.33
- Is saltwater resistantYes
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size3010
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.26/150

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 TOURNAMENT QD 3010 / Single crankX clearly outshines Shimano Cardiff 401A, offering significantly better performance in maximum drag (12kg / 26,46lbs) and durability (9.5 out of 10). While Shimano Cardiff 401A may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa 20 TOURNAMENT QD 3010 / Single crankX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.
What's the difference between Daiwa 20 TOURNAMENT QD and Shimano Cardiff 401A?
Daiwa 20 TOURNAMENT QD 3010 / Single crankX
- 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
- Saltwater-safe design makes it perfect for feeder and match conditions.
Shimano Cardiff 401A
- A 7 out of 10 (4 A-RB + 1 RB) ball bearing gives a smooth performance across most typical fishing situations
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