Shimano Cardiff 201A vs Cormoran Seacor Pilk 5PiF

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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
Cormoran Seacor Pilk 5PiF, 4000, left and right hand, Pilk Fishing Reel, Front Drag, 14-55400
Cormoran Seacor Pilk 5PiF
Spinning
51.70 out of 100
Value for money3.5 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability2.7 out of 10
Ergonomics4 out of 10
Gear ratio5.5:1
Maximum drag-
Weight370g / 13.05oz
Line retireve per crank95 centimeter / 37.4 inch
Ball bearings4

Technical Specifications

  • BrandCORMORAN
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €32.10
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size4000
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.3/270

Conclusion

Cormoran Seacor Pilk 5PiF clearly outshines Shimano Cardiff 201A, offering significantly better performance in gear ratio (5.5:1) and line retrieve per crank (95 centimeter / 37.4 inch). While Shimano Cardiff 201A may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Cormoran Seacor Pilk 5PiF is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Shimano Cardiff 201A and Cormoran Seacor Pilk 5PiF?

Cormoran Seacor Pilk 5PiF

  • The reel brings in line quickly with its 8.6 out of 10 (5.5:1) rating, making it a great fit for power fishing
  • A high retrieve rate of 9 out of 10 (95 centimeter / 37.4 inch), means the reel is made just for speed, perfect for speed fishing or covering water quickly