Daiwa 22 PROREX V LT 2000X vs Shimano Cardiff 401A

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

Daiwa 22 PROREX V LT

Spinning

63.70 out of 100

Value for money3.5 out of 5

Quality classMedium

Durability3.72 out of 10

Ergonomics6.38 out of 10

Gear ratio5.2:1

Maximum drag5kg / 11.02lbs

Weight185g / 6.53oz

Line retireve per crank68 centimeter / 26.77 inch

Ball bearings6

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €94.33
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size2000
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.16/150

Shimano Cardiff 401A

Multireels

48.20 out of 100

Value for money3.5 out of 5

Quality classMedium

Durability3.72 out of 10

Ergonomics6.24 out of 10

Gear ratio5.2:1

Maximum drag5kg / 11.02 lbs

Weight337g / 11.89oz

Line retireve per crank56cm / 22.05 inch

Ball bearings4 A-RB + 1 RB

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelMultireels
Price range~ €95.30
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size401
Handle typeDouble handle
Drag typeStar drag
Handle orientationLeft
Line capacity monofil0.30mm-325m / 0.35mm-270m / 0.40mm-215m 12lb-330yds / 14lb-250yds / 20lb-165yds

Conclusion

Daiwa 22 PROREX V LT 2000X clearly outshines Shimano Cardiff 401A, offering significantly better performance in maximum drag (5kg / 11,02lbs) and ball bearings (6). While Shimano Cardiff 401A may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa 22 PROREX V LT 2000X is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.