Daiwa 21 Presso LT 2000 SS-PX vs Shimano Cardiff 201A
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Daiwa 21 Presso LT
Spinning
78.80 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability5.55 out of 10
Ergonomics6.5 out of 10
Gear ratio4.9:1
Maximum drag5kg / 11.02lbs
Weight150g / 5291oz
Line retireve per crank64 centimeter / 25197 inch
Ball bearings12
Technical Specifications
- BrandDAIWA
- The main category of the reelSpinning
- Price range~ €367.40
- Is saltwater resistantNo
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size2000 SS-P
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.12/100

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 21 Presso LT 2000 SS-PX clearly outshines Shimano Cardiff 201A, offering significantly better performance in gear ratio (4.9:1) and total score (7.88 out of 10). While Shimano Cardiff 201A may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa 21 Presso LT 2000 SS-PX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.
What's the difference between Daiwa 21 Presso LT and Shimano Cardiff 201A?
Daiwa 21 Presso LT 2000 SS-PX
- The 5.67 out of 10 (4.9:1) gear ratio gives you the power you need to handle heavy lures and strong large fish out of cover
- 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
Shimano Cardiff 201A
- 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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