Daiwa TANASENSOR vs Shimano Cardiff 301A

Daiwa TANASENSOR

Multireels

69.70 out of 100

Value for money4 out of 5

Quality classGood

Durability8.63 out of 10

Ergonomics5.93 out of 10

Gear ratio4.3:1

Maximum drag9kg / 19.84lbs

Weight520g / 18.34oz

Line retireve per crank74 centimeter / 29.13 inch

Ball bearings1

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelMultireels
Price range~ €189.33
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel size500
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeStar drag
Handle orientationRight
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.41/380

Shimano Cardiff 301A

Multireels

34.80 out of 100

Value for money3.5 out of 5

Quality classMedium

Durability3.69 out of 10

Ergonomics6.38 out of 10

Gear ratio5.8:1

Maximum drag5kg / 11.02 lbs

Weight252g / 8.89oz

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 size301
Handle typeDouble handle
Drag typeStar drag
Handle orientationLeft
Line capacity monofilmm/m: 0.25/285. 0.30/235, 0.40/40 lb/yds:12/230, 14/180

Conclusion

Daiwa TANASENSOR clearly outshines Shimano Cardiff 301A, offering significantly better performance in gear ratio (4.3:1) and durability (8.63 out of 10). While Shimano Cardiff 301A may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa TANASENSOR is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Daiwa TANASENSOR and Shimano Cardiff 301A?

Daiwa TANASENSOR

A gear ratio of 4.3:1 (scoring 6.78 out of 10) gives you a nice middle ground, just enough torque to handle pressure, but still quick enough for general use
At a maximum drag of 9kg / 19,84lbs (scoring 5.51 out of 10), the reel has a modest drag setup which is enough for smaller fish or relaxed situations where finesse matters more
A score of 6.29 out of 10 (74 centimeter / 29.13 inch) gives a decent speed but doess not rush a lot
Ready for saltwater, great for any multireels adventure.