Shimano Cardiff 201A vs Daiwa 21 Luvias Airity 4000-CX
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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 21 Luvias Airity
Spinning
84.90 out of 100
Value for money3.5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability5.63 out of 10
Ergonomics6.33 out of 10
Gear ratio5.2:1
Maximum drag-
Weight200g / 7.05oz
Line retireve per crank82 centimeter / 32.28 inch
Ball bearings11
Technical Specifications
- BrandDAIWA
- The main category of the reelSpinning
- Price range~ €484.00
- Is saltwater resistantNo
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size4000-C
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.18/200
Conclusion
Daiwa 21 Luvias Airity 4000-CX clearly outshines Shimano Cardiff 201A, offering significantly better performance in gear ratio (5.2:1) and total score (8.49 out of 10). While Shimano Cardiff 201A may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa 21 Luvias Airity 4000-CX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.
What's the difference between Shimano Cardiff 201A and Daiwa 21 Luvias Airity?
Shimano Cardiff 201A
- A 7 out of 10 (4 A-RB + 1 RB) ball bearing gives a smooth performance across most typical fishing situations
Daiwa 21 Luvias Airity 4000-CX
- The reel brings in line quickly with its 8 out of 10 (5.2:1) rating, making it a great fit for power fishing
- 6.71 out of 10 (82 centimeter / 32.28 inch) in line retrieve, means the reel delivers a steady and reliable retrieve which is ideal for most everyday techniques
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