Shimano Cardiff XR C2000SHGX vs Daiwa Sweepfire E 5000C - 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 5000C - Spinning reel with front drag
Spinning
18.40 out of 100
Value for money3 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability2.59 out of 10
Ergonomics4 out of 10
Gear ratio4.6:1
Maximum drag-
Weight630g / 22.22oz
Line retireve per crank99cm / 38.98 inch
Ball bearings1
Technical Specifications
- BrandDAIWA
- The main category of the reelSpinning
- Price range~ €25.33
- Is saltwater resistantNo
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size5000
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofil0.35mm/370m
Conclusion
Shimano Cardiff XR C2000SHGX clearly outshines Daiwa Sweepfire E 5000C - Spinning reel with front drag, offering significantly better performance in total score (8.63 out of 10) and gear ratio (6.1:1). While Daiwa Sweepfire E 5000C - 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.
What's the difference between Shimano Cardiff XR and Daiwa Sweepfire E 5000C - Spinning reel with front drag?
Shimano Cardiff XR C2000SHGX
- A fast gear ratio of 9.8 out of 10 (6.1:1), means the reel is built for speed and it's perfect for active retrieves, and quick follow ups
- Designed with a light drag at 5 out of 10 (3kg / 6,61lbs), the reel is perfect when you're going after small fish or using ultralight setups
- With a score like 8.97 out of 10 (155g / 5,47oz), the reel feels light in the hand.. ideal for active techniques like twitching, jigging, or topwater.
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