Daiwa 24 CERTATE(G) 3000DX vs Shimano Cardiff 401A
The selected categories are different, score metrics vary from category to another.

Daiwa 24 CERTATE(G)
Spinning
88.60 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability5.58 out of 10
Ergonomics6.25 out of 10
Gear ratio5.2:1
Maximum drag10kg / 22.05lbs
Weight225g / 7.94oz
Line retireve per crank77 centimeter / 30.32 inch
Ball bearings10
Technical Specifications
- BrandDAIWA
- The main category of the reelSpinning
- Price range~ €415.33
- Is saltwater resistantNo
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size3000D
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.33/150

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 24 CERTATE(G) 3000DX clearly outshines Shimano Cardiff 401A, offering significantly better performance in maximum drag (10kg / 22,05lbs) and total score (8.86 out of 10). While Shimano Cardiff 401A may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa 24 CERTATE(G) 3000DX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.
What's the difference between Daiwa 24 CERTATE(G) and Shimano Cardiff 401A?
Daiwa 24 CERTATE(G) 3000DX
- 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 / 30.32 inch) in line retrieve, means the reel delivers a steady and reliable retrieve which is ideal for most everyday techniques
Shimano Cardiff 401A
- 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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