Daiwa 23 LEGALIS LT 1000D(U)X vs Shimano Cardiff 401A
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Daiwa 23 LEGALIS LT
Spinning
56.60 out of 100
Value for money2.5 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability3 out of 10
Ergonomics6.42 out of 10
Gear ratio5.2:1
Maximum drag5kg / 11.02lbs
Weight175g / 6.17oz
Line retireve per crank64 centimeter / 25.2 inch
Ball bearings5
Technical Specifications
- BrandDAIWA
- The main category of the reelSpinning
- Price range~ €69.33
- Is saltwater resistantNo
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size1000D(U)
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.2/150

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 23 LEGALIS LT 1000D(U)X clearly outshines Shimano Cardiff 401A, offering significantly better performance in maximum drag (5kg / 11,02lbs) and ball bearings (5). While Shimano Cardiff 401A may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa 23 LEGALIS LT 1000D(U)X is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.
What's the difference between Daiwa 23 LEGALIS LT and Shimano Cardiff 401A?
Daiwa 23 LEGALIS LT 1000D(U)X
- 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
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