Daiwa Freams LT 6000D-HX vs Shimano Cardiff 201A
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Daiwa Freams LT
Spinning
73.20 out of 100
Value for money4.5 out of 5
Quality classGood
Durability4.5 out of 10
Ergonomics4 out of 10
Gear ratio5.7:1
Maximum drag-
Weight330g / 11.64oz
Line retireve per crank101 centimeter / 39.76 inch
Ball bearings5
Technical Specifications
- BrandDAIWA
- The main category of the reelSpinning
- Price range~ €120.20
- Is saltwater resistantNo
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size6000D-H
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.43/150

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 Freams LT 6000D-HX clearly outshines Shimano Cardiff 201A, offering significantly better performance in gear ratio (5.7:1) and line retrieve per crank (101 centimeter / 39.76 inch). While Shimano Cardiff 201A may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa Freams LT 6000D-HX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.
What's the difference between Daiwa Freams LT and Shimano Cardiff 201A?
Daiwa Freams LT 6000D-HX
- A fast gear ratio of 9 out of 10 (5.7:1), means the reel is built for speed and it's perfect for active retrieves, and quick follow ups
- A high retrieve rate of 9.6 out of 10 (101 centimeter / 39.76 inch), means the reel is made just for speed, perfect for speed fishing or covering water quickly
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