Shimano Cardiff 301A vs Abu GARCIA Revo MGX 20 SP/LX

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Shimano Cardiff 301A

Multireels

34.80 out of 100

Value for money3.5 out of 5

Quality classMedium

Durability3.69 out of 10

Ergonomics6.38 out of 10

Gear ratio5.8:1

Maximum drag5kg / 11.02 lbs

Weight252g / 8.89oz

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 size301
Handle typeDouble handle
Drag typeStar drag
Handle orientationLeft
Line capacity monofilmm/m: 0.25/285. 0.30/235, 0.40/40 lb/yds:12/230, 14/180

Abu GARCIA Revo MGX

Spinning

20 Sp/lx

63.60 out of 100

Value for money4 out of 5

Quality classExcellent

Durability5.5 out of 10

Ergonomics6.43 out of 10

Gear ratio4.7:1

Maximum drag6.4kg / 14,11lbs

Weight170g / 6.38oz

Line retireve per crank84 centimeter / 33.07 inch

Ball bearings11

Technical Specifications

BrandABU GARCIA
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €255.20
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size20 SP/L
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.2/220

Conclusion

Abu GARCIA Revo MGX 20 SP/LX clearly outshines Shimano Cardiff 301A, offering significantly better performance in line retrieve per crank (84 centimeter / 33.07 inch) and total score (6.36 out of 10). While Shimano Cardiff 301A may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Abu GARCIA Revo MGX 20 SP/LX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Shimano Cardiff 301A and Abu GARCIA Revo MGX?

Shimano Cardiff 301A

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

Abu GARCIA Revo MGX 20 SP/LX

Designed with a light drag at 5.69 out of 10 (6,4kg / 14,11lbs), the reel is perfect when you're going after small fish or using ultralight setups
7 out of 10 (84 centimeter / 33.07 inch) in line retrieve, means the reel delivers a steady and reliable retrieve which is ideal for most everyday techniques