Shimano Cardiff 401A vs Daiwa 20 Exceler LT 1000X

The selected categories are different, score metrics vary from category to another.

Shimano Cardiff 401A

Multireels

48.20 out of 100

Value for money3.5 out of 5

Quality classMedium

Durability3.72 out of 10

Ergonomics6.24 out of 10

Gear ratio5.2:1

Maximum drag5kg / 11.02 lbs

Weight337g / 11.89oz

Line retireve per crank56cm / 22.05 inch

Ball bearings4 A-RB + 1 RB

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelMultireels
Price range~ €95.30
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size401
Handle typeDouble handle
Drag typeStar drag
Handle orientationLeft
Line capacity monofil0.30mm-325m / 0.35mm-270m / 0.40mm-215m 12lb-330yds / 14lb-250yds / 20lb-165yds

Daiwa 20 Exceler LT

Spinning

55.50 out of 100

Value for money2.5 out of 5

Quality classLow

Durability3 out of 10

Ergonomics6.4 out of 10

Gear ratio5.2:1

Maximum drag4kg / 8.82lbs

Weight180g / 6.35oz

Line retireve per crank64 centimeter / 25.2 inch

Ball bearings5

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €72.80
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size1000
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.14/150

Conclusion

Daiwa 20 Exceler LT 1000X clearly outshines Shimano Cardiff 401A, offering significantly better performance in maximum drag (4kg / 8,82lbs) and ball bearings (5). While Shimano Cardiff 401A may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa 20 Exceler LT 1000X is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.