Shimano Cardiff 201A vs Shimano Twin Power FE 5000XGFEX

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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

Shimano Twin Power FE

Spinning

95.00 out of 100

Value for money4.5 out of 5

Quality classExcellent

Durability5.57 out of 10

Ergonomics6.12 out of 10

Gear ratio6.2:1

Maximum drag11kg / 24.25lbs

Weight265g / 9.35oz

Line retireve per crank101 centimeter / 39.76 inch

Ball bearings9+1

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €399.33
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size5000XGFE
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.4/120

Conclusion

Shimano Twin Power FE 5000XGFEX clearly outshines Shimano Cardiff 201A, offering significantly better performance in gear ratio (6.2:1) and maximum drag (11kg / 24,25lbs). While Shimano Cardiff 201A may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano Twin Power FE 5000XGFEX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

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

Shimano Cardiff 201A

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

Shimano Twin Power FE 5000XGFEX

A fast gear ratio of 10 out of 10 (6.2:1), means the reel is built for speed and it's perfect for active retrieves, and quick follow ups
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
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