Daiwa 22 Exist LT 3000DX vs Shimano Cardiff 201A
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Daiwa 22 Exist LT
Spinning
95.00 out of 100
Value for money3.5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics6.42 out of 10
Gear ratio5.2:1
Maximum drag10kg / 22.05lbs
Weight175g / 6.17oz
Line retireve per crank77 centimeter / 30.31 inch
Ball bearings12
Technical Specifications
- BrandDAIWA
- The main category of the reelSpinning
- Price range~ €673.66
- Is saltwater resistantYes
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size3000D
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.33/150

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 3000DX clearly outshines Shimano Cardiff 201A, offering significantly better performance in gear ratio (5.2:1) and maximum drag (10kg / 22,05lbs). While Shimano Cardiff 201A may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa 22 Exist LT 3000DX 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 3000DX
- 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
- 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
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