Shimano Cardiff 201A vs Daiwa 20 Fuego LT 4000-CPX

The selected categories are different, score metrics vary from category to another.

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

Daiwa 20 Fuego LT

Spinning

60.00 out of 100

Value for money2.5 out of 5

Quality classLow

Durability3 out of 10

Ergonomics6.22 out of 10

Gear ratio4.8:1

Maximum drag12kg / 26.46lbs

Weight235g / 8.29oz

Line retireve per crank75 centimeter / 29.53 inch

Ball bearings6

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €74.80
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size4000-CP
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.28/150

Conclusion

Daiwa 20 Fuego LT 4000-CPX clearly outshines Shimano Cardiff 201A, offering significantly better performance in maximum drag (12kg / 26,46lbs) and gear ratio (4.8:1). While Shimano Cardiff 201A may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa 20 Fuego LT 4000-CPX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Shimano Cardiff 201A and Daiwa 20 Fuego LT?

Daiwa 20 Fuego LT 4000-CPX

The 5 out of 10 (4.8:1) gear ratio gives you the power you need to handle heavy lures and strong large fish out of cover
With a great drag score 10 out of 10 (12kg / 26,46lbs), 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 5.71 out of 10 (75 centimeter / 29.53 inch) means slower line pickup, great when you need more control for slower fishing styles