Penn International VISW 30 / Color: GoldX vs Shimano Cardiff 201A

Penn International VISW
Multireels
67.60 out of 100
Value for money3.5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability5.68 out of 10
Ergonomics3.4 out of 10
Gear ratio4.1:1/1.4:1
Maximum drag13.6kg / 29,98lbs
Weight1590g / 56.09oz
Line retireve per crank104 centimeter / 40.94 inch
Ball bearings5
Technical Specifications
- BrandPENN
- The main category of the reelMultireels
- Price range~ €559.00
- Is saltwater resistantNo
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size30
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeLever drag
- Handle orientationRight
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.46/1270

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
Penn International VISW 30 / Color: GoldX clearly outshines Shimano Cardiff 201A, offering significantly better performance in line retrieve per crank (104 centimeter / 40.94 inch) and gear ratio (4.1:1/1.4:1). While Shimano Cardiff 201A may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Penn International VISW 30 / Color: GoldX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.
What's the difference between Penn International VISW and Shimano Cardiff 201A?
Penn International VISW 30 / Color: GoldX
- A gear ratio of 4.1:1/1.4:1 (scoring 6.33 out of 10) gives you a nice middle ground, just enough torque to handle pressure, but still quick enough for general use
- With a high retrieve rate of 9.6 out of 10 (104 centimeter / 40.94 inch), this reel is built for quick line recovery
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