Shimano Cardiff 301A vs Daiwa 22 SILVERCREEK MQ LT 2500 S-XHX

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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

Daiwa 22 SILVERCREEK MQ LT

Spinning

84.40 out of 100

Value for money4 out of 5

Quality classGood

Durability4.66 out of 10

Ergonomics6.35 out of 10

Gear ratio6.2:1

Maximum drag5kg / 11.02lbs

Weight195g / 6.88oz

Line retireve per crank87 centimeter / 34.25 inch

Ball bearings6

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €199.33
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size2500 S-XH
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.16/150

Conclusion

Daiwa 22 SILVERCREEK MQ LT 2500 S-XHX clearly outshines Shimano Cardiff 301A, offering significantly better performance in gear ratio (6.2:1) and total score (8.44 out of 10). While Shimano Cardiff 301A may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa 22 SILVERCREEK MQ LT 2500 S-XHX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Shimano Cardiff 301A and Daiwa 22 SILVERCREEK MQ LT?

Daiwa 22 SILVERCREEK MQ LT 2500 S-XHX

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
A drag rating of 6.38 out of 10 (5kg / 11,02lbs) gives you steady control and it's perfect for most freshwater fish and light saltwater action
8.2 out of 10 (87 centimeter / 34.25 inch) in line retrieve, means it picks up line fast, very handy when chasing quick fish