Daiwa 22 Exist LT 2000D-PX vs Shimano Cardiff 201A

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Daiwa 22 Exist LT, 2000D-P, left and right hand, Spinning Fishing Reel, Front Drag, 10102-200
Daiwa 22 Exist LT
Spinning
84.40 out of 100
Value for money3.5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics6.5 out of 10
Gear ratio4.9:1
Maximum drag5kg / 11.02lbs
Weight150g / 5.29oz
Line retireve per crank64 centimeter / 25.2 inch
Ball bearings12

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDAIWA
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €635.33
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size2000D-P
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.23/150
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 22 Exist LT 2000D-PX clearly outshines Shimano Cardiff 201A, offering significantly better performance in durability (9.5 out of 10) and total score (8.44 out of 10). While Shimano Cardiff 201A may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa 22 Exist LT 2000D-PX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Daiwa 22 Exist LT and Shimano Cardiff 201A?

Daiwa 22 Exist LT 2000D-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
  • Saltwater-safe design makes it perfect for spinning conditions.

Shimano Cardiff 201A

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