Shimano Cardiff 401A vs Daiwa 23 AIRITY LT PC 2500-HX
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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 23 AIRITY LT
Spinning
95.00 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics6.45 out of 10
Gear ratio5.7:1
Maximum drag10kg / 22.05lbs
Weight165g / 5.82oz
Line retireve per crank80 centimeter / 31.5 inch
Ball bearings11
Technical Specifications
- BrandDAIWA
- The main category of the reelSpinning
- Price range~ €478.33
- Is saltwater resistantYes
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel sizePC 2500-H
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.2/150
Conclusion
Daiwa 23 AIRITY LT PC 2500-HX clearly outshines Shimano Cardiff 401A, offering significantly better performance in maximum drag (10kg / 22,05lbs) and durability (9.5 out of 10). While Shimano Cardiff 401A may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa 23 AIRITY LT PC 2500-HX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.
What's the difference between Shimano Cardiff 401A and Daiwa 23 AIRITY LT?
Shimano Cardiff 401A
- A 7 out of 10 (4 A-RB + 1 RB) ball bearing gives a smooth performance across most typical fishing situations
Daiwa 23 AIRITY LT PC 2500-HX
- With a great drag score 9.6 out of 10 (10kg / 22,05lbs), the reel is built to handle big fish confidently.. whatever the setting, freshwater or inshore salt
- 6.43 out of 10 (80 centimeter / 31.5 inch) in line retrieve, means the reel delivers a steady and reliable retrieve which is ideal for most everyday techniques
- Saltwater-safe design makes it perfect for spinning conditions.
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