Daiwa 21 Luvias Airity 3000X vs Shimano Cardiff 301A

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Daiwa 21 Luvias Airity, 3000, LT, left and right hand, Spinning fishing reel, Front Drag, 10010-300
Daiwa 21 Luvias Airity
Spinning
84.00 out of 100
Value for money3.5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability5.67 out of 10
Ergonomics6.37 out of 10
Gear ratio5.2:1
Maximum drag-
Weight190g / 6.7oz
Line retireve per crank77 centimeter / 30.31 inch
Ball bearings11

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDAIWA
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €537.00
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size3000
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.13/200
Shimano Cardiff 301A, Lefthand, Multiplier Reel, Baitcasting reel
Shimano Cardiff 301A
Multireels
34.80 out of 100
Value for money3.5 out of 5
Quality classMedium
Durability3.69 out of 10
Ergonomics6.38 out of 10
Gear ratio5.8:1
Maximum drag5kg / 11.02 lbs
Weight252g / 8.89oz
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 size301
  • Handle typeDouble handle
  • Drag typeStar drag
  • Handle orientationLeft
  • Line capacity monofilmm/m: 0.25/285. 0.30/235, 0.40/40 lb/yds:12/230, 14/180

Conclusion

Daiwa 21 Luvias Airity 3000X clearly outshines Shimano Cardiff 301A, offering significantly better performance in gear ratio (5.2:1) and total score (8.4 out of 10). While Shimano Cardiff 301A may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa 21 Luvias Airity 3000X is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Daiwa 21 Luvias Airity and Shimano Cardiff 301A?

Daiwa 21 Luvias Airity 3000X

  • The reel brings in line quickly with its 8 out of 10 (5.2:1) rating, making it a great fit for power fishing
  • 6 out of 10 (77 centimeter / 30.31 inch) in line retrieve, means the reel delivers a steady and reliable retrieve which is ideal for most everyday techniques

Shimano Cardiff 301A

  • A 7 out of 10 (4 A-RB + 1 RB) ball bearing gives a smooth performance across most typical fishing situations