Daiwa 21 PROREX MQ LT 3000D-CX vs Shimano Cardiff 301A

The selected categories are different, score metrics vary from category to another.

Daiwa 21 PROREX MQ LT

Spinning

82.70 out of 100

Value for money4 out of 5

Quality classGood

Durability4.62 out of 10

Ergonomics6.32 out of 10

Gear ratio5.2:1

Maximum drag10kg / 22.05lbs

Weight205g / 7.23oz

Line retireve per crank77 centimeter / 30.31 inch

Ball bearings6

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €185.33
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size3000D-C
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.33/150

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 PROREX MQ LT 3000D-CX clearly outshines Shimano Cardiff 301A, offering significantly better performance in gear ratio (5.2:1) and maximum drag (10kg / 22,05lbs). While Shimano Cardiff 301A may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa 21 PROREX MQ LT 3000D-CX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Daiwa 21 PROREX MQ LT and Shimano Cardiff 301A?

Daiwa 21 PROREX MQ LT 3000D-CX

The reel brings in line quickly with its 8 out of 10 (5.2:1) rating, making it a great fit for power fishing
With a great drag score 9.6 out of 10 (10kg / 22,05lbs), the reel is built to handle big fish confidently.. whatever the setting, freshwater or inshore salt
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