Shimano Cardiff 201A vs Daiwa Freams LT 6000D-HX

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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 Freams LT

Spinning

73.20 out of 100

Value for money4.5 out of 5

Quality classGood

Durability4.5 out of 10

Ergonomics4 out of 10

Gear ratio5.7:1

Maximum drag-

Weight330g / 11.64oz

Line retireve per crank101 centimeter / 39.76 inch

Ball bearings5

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €120.20
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size6000D-H
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.43/150

Conclusion

Daiwa Freams LT 6000D-HX clearly outshines Shimano Cardiff 201A, offering significantly better performance in gear ratio (5.7:1) and line retrieve per crank (101 centimeter / 39.76 inch). While Shimano Cardiff 201A may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa Freams LT 6000D-HX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

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

Daiwa Freams LT 6000D-HX

A fast gear ratio of 9 out of 10 (5.7:1), means the reel is built for speed and it's perfect for active retrieves, and quick follow ups
A high retrieve rate of 9.6 out of 10 (101 centimeter / 39.76 inch), means the reel is made just for speed, perfect for speed fishing or covering water quickly