Daiwa 24 IPRIMI LT 1000 S-PX vs Shimano Cardiff 201A

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

Daiwa 24 IPRIMI LT

Spinning

58.30 out of 100

Value for money3.5 out of 5

Quality classMedium

Durability3.72 out of 10

Ergonomics6.43 out of 10

Gear ratio4.8:1

Maximum drag5kg / 11.02lbs

Weight170g / 6oz

Line retireve per crank60 centimeter / 23.62 inch

Ball bearings6

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €94.33
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size1000 S-P
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.12/100

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 24 IPRIMI LT 1000 S-PX clearly outshines Shimano Cardiff 201A, offering significantly better performance in gear ratio (4.8:1) and maximum drag (5kg / 11,02lbs). While Shimano Cardiff 201A may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa 24 IPRIMI LT 1000 S-PX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Daiwa 24 IPRIMI LT and Shimano Cardiff 201A?

Daiwa 24 IPRIMI LT 1000 S-PX

The 5 out of 10 (4.8:1) gear ratio gives you the power you need to handle heavy lures and strong large fish out of cover
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