Shimano Cardiff XR C2000SHGX vs Daiwa Sweepfire E 3000C - Spinning reel with front drag

Shimano Cardiff XR

Spinning

86.30 out of 100

Value for money4.5 out of 5

Quality classExcellent

Durability5.5 out of 10

Ergonomics6.48 out of 10

Gear ratio6.1:1

Maximum drag3kg / 6.61lbs

Weight155g / 5.47oz

Line retireve per crank82 centimeter / 32.28 inch

Ball bearings10

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €219.33
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel sizeC2000SHG
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.16/105

Daiwa Sweepfire E 3000C - Spinning reel with front drag

Spinning

50.30 out of 100

Value for money4 out of 5

Quality classLow

Durability2.5 out of 10

Ergonomics6.13 out of 10

Gear ratio5.3:1

Maximum drag4 kg

Weight260g / 9.17oz

Line retireve per crank82cm / 32.28 inch

Ball bearings1

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €17.33
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size3000
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofil0.28mm/220m

Conclusion

Shimano Cardiff XR C2000SHGX clearly outshines Daiwa Sweepfire E 3000C - Spinning reel with front drag, offering significantly better performance in total score (8.63 out of 10) and durability (5.5 out of 10). While Daiwa Sweepfire E 3000C - Spinning reel with front drag may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano Cardiff XR C2000SHGX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.