Shimano Cardiff XR C2000SX vs Shimano Complex XR 2500 HGX

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

Shimano Complex XR
Spinning
89.20 out of 100
Value for money4.5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability5.5 out of 10
Ergonomics6.42 out of 10
Gear ratio6.0:1
Maximum drag4kg / 8.82lbs
Weight175g / 6.17oz
Line retireve per crank89 centimeter / 35.04 inch
Ball bearings10
Technical Specifications
- BrandSHIMANO
- The main category of the reelSpinning
- Price range~ €215.33
- Is saltwater resistantNo
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size2500 HG
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.18/100
Conclusion
Shimano Complex XR 2500 HGX edges out Shimano Cardiff XR C2000SX with slightly better overall performance, especially on the line retrieve per crank (89 centimeter / 35.04 inch) and the gear ratio (6.0:1). Still, Shimano Cardiff XR C2000SX holds its own with strengths like a weight of 155g / 5,47oz and a ergonomics of 6.48 out of 10, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.
What's the difference between Shimano Cardiff XR and Shimano Complex XR?
Shimano Complex XR 2500 HGX
- 8.4 out of 10 (89 centimeter / 35.04 inch) in line retrieve, means it picks up line fast, very handy when chasing quick fish
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