Daiwa Sweepfire E 2000C - Spinning reel with front drag vs Shimano Cardiff 401A

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Daiwa Sweepfire E 2000C - Spinning reel with front drag
Daiwa Sweepfire E 2000C - Spinning reel with front drag
Spinning
48.50 out of 100
Value for money3.5 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability2.5 out of 10
Ergonomics6.23 out of 10
Gear ratio5.3:1
Maximum drag-
Weight230g / 8.11oz
Line retireve per crank74cm / 29.13 inch
Ball bearings1

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDAIWA
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €17.33
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size2000
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofil0.25mm/125m
Shimano Cardiff 401A, Lefthand, Multiplier Reel, Baitcasting reel
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

Both Daiwa Sweepfire E 2000C - Spinning reel with front drag and Shimano Cardiff 401A score below average overall, indicating some compromises in total score, and durabilitymaximum drag. If you must choose between them, Daiwa Sweepfire E 2000C - Spinning reel with front drag offers a slight edge in line retrieve per crank, while Shimano Cardiff 401A may still be worth considering depending on specific preferences.

What's the difference between Daiwa Sweepfire E 2000C - Spinning reel with front drag and Shimano Cardiff 401A?

Daiwa Sweepfire E 2000C - Spinning reel with front drag

  • When it comes to retrieve speed, a score of 5.57 out of 10 (74cm / 29.13 inch) means slower line pickup, great when you need more control for slower fishing styles

Shimano Cardiff 401A

  • A 7 out of 10 (4 A-RB + 1 RB) ball bearing gives a smooth performance across most typical fishing situations