Shimano Cardiff XR C2000SX vs Shimano Twin Power FE 2500SHGFEX

Shimano Cardiff XR, C2000S, left and right hand, Spinning Reel, Front Drag, CDFXRC2000S
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 Twin Power FE, 2500SHGFE, left and right hand, Stationary fishing reel, Front Drag, TP2500SHGFE
Shimano Twin Power FE
Spinning
87.70 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability5.56 out of 10
Ergonomics6.3 out of 10
Gear ratio5.8:1
Maximum drag4kg / 8.82lbs
Weight210g / 7.41oz
Line retireve per crank86 centimeter / 33.86 inch
Ball bearings9+1

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €389.33
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size2500SHGFE
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.18/120

Conclusion

Shimano Twin Power FE 2500SHGFEX edges out Shimano Cardiff XR C2000SX with slightly better overall performance, especially on the line retrieve per crank (86 centimeter / 33.86 inch) and the gear ratio (5.8:1). 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 Twin Power FE?

Shimano Twin Power FE 2500SHGFEX

  • 8.1 out of 10 (86 centimeter / 33.86 inch) in line retrieve, means it picks up line fast, very handy when chasing quick fish