Delphin BRONZ 5000X vs Shimano Cardiff 201A
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Delphin BRONZ
Spinning
51.10 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability2.5 out of 10
Ergonomics6.15 out of 10
Gear ratio5.2:1
Maximum drag0lbs
Weight254g / 8.96oz
Line retireve per crank-
Ball bearings2
Technical Specifications
- BrandDELPHIN
- The main category of the reelSpinning
- Price range~ €16.95
- Is saltwater resistantNo
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size5000
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.24/310

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
Delphin BRONZ 5000X clearly outshines Shimano Cardiff 201A, offering significantly better performance in gear ratio (5.2:1) and total score (5.11 out of 10). While Shimano Cardiff 201A may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Delphin BRONZ 5000X is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.
What's the difference between Delphin BRONZ and Shimano Cardiff 201A?
Delphin BRONZ 5000X
- The reel brings in line quickly with its 8 out of 10 (5.2:1) rating, making it a great fit for power fishing
Shimano Cardiff 201A
- 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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