Shimano AERO XR 4000X vs Shimano Cardiff 301A

The selected categories are different, score metrics vary from category to another.

Shimano AERO XR

Feeder And Match

78.30 out of 100

Value for money4.5 out of 5

Quality classGood

Durability4.5 out of 10

Ergonomics6.1 out of 10

Gear ratio4.7

Maximum drag11kg / 24.25lbs

Weight245g / 8.64oz

Line retireve per crank75 centimeter / 29.53 inch

Ball bearings5+1

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelFeeder and match
Price range~ €121.33
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size4000
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.35/130

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

Shimano AERO XR 4000X clearly outshines Shimano Cardiff 301A, offering significantly better performance in maximum drag (11kg / 24,25lbs) and gear ratio (4.7). While Shimano Cardiff 301A may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano AERO XR 4000X is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Shimano AERO XR and Shimano Cardiff 301A?

Shimano AERO XR 4000X

The reel delivers balanced performance, suitable for most feeder and match situations without compromising too much on retrieve speed
With a maximum drag of 10 out of 10 (11kg / 24,25lbs), this reel offers excellent stopping power, giving fishermen the confidence to handle pressure situations with ease
With a line retrieve of 75 centimeter / 29.53 inch (5.71 out of 10), this reel retrieves slowly.. suitable for relaxed feeder fishing