Shimano Cardiff XR C2000SX vs Daiwa 23 NINJA LT 3000-C / JB4 0.19MM YELLOW 3000-CX

Shimano Cardiff XR
Spinning
77.60 out of 100
Value for money4.5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability5.5 out of 10
Ergonomics6.48 out of 10
Gear ratio5.1:1
Maximum drag3kg / 6.61lbs
Weight155g / 5.47oz
Line retireve per crank69 centimeter / 27.17 inch
Ball bearings10
Technical Specifications
- BrandSHIMANO
- The main category of the reelSpinning
- Price range~ €219.33
- Is saltwater resistantNo
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel sizeC2000S
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.16/105

Daiwa 23 NINJA LT 3000-C / JB4 0.19MM YELLOW
Spinning
3000-cx
63.50 out of 100
Value for money3 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability3 out of 10
Ergonomics6.2 out of 10
Gear ratio5.3:1
Maximum drag10kg / 22.05lbs
Weight240g / 8.47oz
Line retireve per crank80 centimeter / 31.5 inch
Ball bearings4
Technical Specifications
- BrandDAIWA
- The main category of the reelSpinning
- Price range~ €61.33
- Is saltwater resistantNo
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size3000-C
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.23/150
Conclusion
Shimano Cardiff XR C2000SX edges out Daiwa 23 NINJA LT 3000-C / JB4 0.19MM YELLOW 3000-CX with slightly better overall performance, especially on the durability (5.5 out of 10) and the total score (7.76 out of 10). Still, Daiwa 23 NINJA LT 3000-C / JB4 0.19MM YELLOW 3000-CX holds its own with strengths like a ball bearings of 4 and a maximum drag of 10kg / 22,05lbs, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.
What's the difference between Shimano Cardiff XR and Daiwa 23 NINJA LT 3000-C / JB4 0.19MM YELLOW?
Daiwa 23 NINJA LT 3000-C / JB4 0.19MM YELLOW 3000-CX
- 6.43 out of 10 (80 centimeter / 31.5 inch) in line retrieve, means the reel delivers a steady and reliable retrieve which is ideal for most everyday techniques
- The reel scores 7 out of 10 (4) in bearings, offering smooth performance for regular use with no issues
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