Shimano Twin Power FE 4000PGFEX vs Shimano Cardiff 201A

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Shimano Twin Power FE, 4000PGFE, left and right hand, Stationary fishing reel, Front Drag, TP4000PGFE
Shimano Twin Power FE
Spinning
66.40 out of 100
Value for money3.5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability5.57 out of 10
Ergonomics6.12 out of 10
Gear ratio4.4:1
Maximum drag11kg / 24.25lbs
Weight265g / 9.35oz
Line retireve per crank72 centimeter / 28.35 inch
Ball bearings9+1

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €399.33
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size4000PGFE
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.3/180
Shimano Cardiff 201A, Lefthand, Multiplier Reel, Baitcasting reel
Shimano Cardiff 201A
Multireels
35.00 out of 100
Value for money3.5 out of 5
Quality classMedium
Durability3.69 out of 10
Ergonomics6.42 out of 10
Gear ratio5.8:1
Maximum drag5kg / 11.02 lbs
Weight230g / 8.11oz
Line retireve per crank61cm / 24.01 inch
Ball bearings4 A-RB + 1 RB

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelMultireels
  • Price range~ €88.60
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size201
  • Handle typeDouble handle
  • Drag typeStar drag
  • Handle orientationLeft
  • Line capacity monofilmm/m: 0.20/315. 0.25/255, 0.30/195 lb-yds: 8/230, 10/210, 14/120

Conclusion

Shimano Twin Power FE 4000PGFEX clearly outshines Shimano Cardiff 201A, offering significantly better performance in maximum drag (11kg / 24,25lbs) and total score (6.64 out of 10). While Shimano Cardiff 201A may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano Twin Power FE 4000PGFEX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Shimano Twin Power FE and Shimano Cardiff 201A?

Shimano Twin Power FE 4000PGFEX

  • With a great drag score 10 out of 10 (11kg / 24,25lbs), the reel is built to handle big fish confidently.. whatever the setting, freshwater or inshore salt
  • When it comes to retrieve speed, a score of 5.29 out of 10 (72 centimeter / 28.35 inch) means slower line pickup, great when you need more control for slower fishing styles

Shimano Cardiff 201A

  • A 7 out of 10 (4 A-RB + 1 RB) ball bearing gives a smooth performance across most typical fishing situations