Shimano Cardiff 301A vs Daiwa 24 CERTATE(G) 5000DX

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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 24 CERTATE(G)

Spinning

91.40 out of 100

Value for money4 out of 5

Quality classExcellent

Durability5.6 out of 10

Ergonomics6.03 out of 10

Gear ratio5.2:1

Maximum drag12kg / 26.46lbs

Weight290g / 10.23oz

Line retireve per crank87 centimeter / 34.25 inch

Ball bearings10

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €435.33
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size5000D
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.4/150

Conclusion

Daiwa 24 CERTATE(G) 5000DX clearly outshines Shimano Cardiff 301A, offering significantly better performance in maximum drag (12kg / 26,46lbs) and gear ratio (5.2:1). While Shimano Cardiff 301A may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa 24 CERTATE(G) 5000DX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Shimano Cardiff 301A and Daiwa 24 CERTATE(G)?

Shimano Cardiff 301A

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

Daiwa 24 CERTATE(G) 5000DX

The reel brings in line quickly with its 8 out of 10 (5.2:1) rating, making it a great fit for power fishing
With a great drag score 10 out of 10 (12kg / 26,46lbs), the reel is built to handle big fish confidently.. whatever the setting, freshwater or inshore salt
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