Daiwa 23 LEGALIS LT 2500(U)X vs Shimano Cardiff 201A
The selected categories are different, score metrics vary from category to another.

Daiwa 23 LEGALIS LT
Spinning
64.40 out of 100
Value for money2.5 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability3 out of 10
Ergonomics6.33 out of 10
Gear ratio5.3:1
Maximum drag10kg / 22.05lbs
Weight200g / 7.05oz
Line retireve per crank75 centimeter / 29.53 inch
Ball bearings5
Technical Specifications
- BrandDAIWA
- The main category of the reelSpinning
- Price range~ €70.33
- Is saltwater resistantNo
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size2500(U)
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.2/150

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 23 LEGALIS LT 2500(U)X clearly outshines Shimano Cardiff 201A, offering significantly better performance in gear ratio (5.3:1) and maximum drag (10kg / 22,05lbs). While Shimano Cardiff 201A may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa 23 LEGALIS LT 2500(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 201A?
Daiwa 23 LEGALIS LT 2500(U)X
- The reel brings in line quickly with its 8.2 out of 10 (5.3:1) 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
- When it comes to retrieve speed, a score of 5.71 out of 10 (75 centimeter / 29.53 inch) means slower line pickup, great when you need more control for slower fishing styles
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