Shimano 21 Nexave FI 3000 HGX vs Shimano Cardiff 201A
The selected categories are different, score metrics vary from category to another.

Shimano 21 Nexave FI
Spinning
68.60 out of 100
Value for money3.5 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability2.86 out of 10
Ergonomics6.15 out of 10
Gear ratio6.2:1
Maximum drag9kg / 19.84lbs
Weight255g / 8.99oz
Line retireve per crank91 centimeter / 35.83 inch
Ball bearings4
Technical Specifications
- BrandSHIMANO
- The main category of the reelSpinning
- Price range~ €41.33
- Is saltwater resistantNo
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size3000 HG
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.3/130

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
Shimano 21 Nexave FI 3000 HGX clearly outshines Shimano Cardiff 201A, offering significantly better performance in gear ratio (6.2:1) and maximum drag (9kg / 19,84lbs). While Shimano Cardiff 201A may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano 21 Nexave FI 3000 HGX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.
What's the difference between Shimano 21 Nexave FI and Shimano Cardiff 201A?
Shimano 21 Nexave FI 3000 HGX
- A fast gear ratio of 10 out of 10 (6.2:1), means the reel is built for speed and it's perfect for active retrieves, and quick follow ups
- With a great drag score 9.2 out of 10 (9kg / 19,84lbs), the reel is built to handle big fish confidently.. whatever the setting, freshwater or inshore salt
- 8.6 out of 10 (91 centimeter / 35.83 inch) in line retrieve, means it picks up line fast, very handy when chasing quick fish
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