Daiwa 22 SILVERCREEK X LT 2500 S-XHX vs Shimano Cardiff 201A

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

Daiwa 22 SILVERCREEK X LT

Spinning

66.00 out of 100

Value for money2.5 out of 5

Quality classLow

Durability3 out of 10

Ergonomics6.33 out of 10

Gear ratio6.2:1

Maximum drag5kg / 11.02lbs

Weight200g / 7.06oz

Line retireve per crank87 centimeter / 34.25 inch

Ball bearings5

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €79.33
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size2500 S-XH
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.16/150

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 SILVERCREEK X LT 2500 S-XHX clearly outshines Shimano Cardiff 201A, offering significantly better performance in gear ratio (6.2:1) and line retrieve per crank (87 centimeter / 34.25 inch). While Shimano Cardiff 201A may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa 22 SILVERCREEK X LT 2500 S-XHX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

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

Daiwa 22 SILVERCREEK X LT 2500 S-XHX

A fast gear ratio of 10 out of 10 (6.2:1), means the reel is built for speed and it's perfect for active retrieves, and quick follow ups
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
8.2 out of 10 (87 centimeter / 34.25 inch) in line retrieve, means it picks up line fast, very handy when chasing quick fish